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$43+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RDU
Apr 28 — May 51
Tue 4/28
Tue 5/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 29, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/253:44 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Sat 5/211:59 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/25$109
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/308:24 am
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Sun 5/312:32 pm
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/27$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:05 pm
CMH
-
RDU
1 stop6h 19m
Frontier
Tue 5/196:15 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$123
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/128:39 am
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Thu 4/1610:47 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/27$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:35 pm
CMH
-
RDU
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Sun 4/266:10 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop8h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/183:44 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/276:10 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop5h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:10 pm
CMH
-
RDU
1 stop10h 50m
Frontier
Thu 4/303:42 pm
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop25h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/253:44 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/266:10 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop8h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:02 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Mon 5/189:50 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/25$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/183:44 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/196:10 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop8h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/156:50 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/196:15 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$132
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/156:50 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Mon 5/189:50 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/28$133

Find flight deals from Columbus to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$109
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$43
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$277

Good round-trip deal

$148 or less

Good one-way deal

$54 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Raleigh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Raleigh that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 4/9

8:39 am-10:07 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/12

10:47 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$238

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Wed 5/6

1:15 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/15

4:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$254

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sat 4/25

3:00 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/2

5:18 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 08m

$257

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sun 5/10

6:05 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 47m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/16

5:40 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 16m

$257

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 6/11

9:08 am-10:36 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/15

2:28 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$258

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Wed 5/13

3:02 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop3h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/17

7:55 pm-12:30 am

1 stop4h 35m

$263

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sat 5/16

6:05 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 47m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/20

5:20 am-9:05 am

1 stop3h 45m

$263
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Mon 6/22

6:50 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/28

11:16 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$288

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 4/9

8:39 am-10:07 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/12

7:38 pm-10:08 am

1 stop14h 30m

$302
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Wed 4/15

7:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$117

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Raleigh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Raleigh in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus Airport-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh (average of $88). Flying from Columbus Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $148). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 29, 2026.

When flying from Columbus Airport to Raleigh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Raleigh?

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Raleigh. Reviews last updated March 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Columbus Airport to Raleigh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
274 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,359 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,521 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Raleigh from Columbus?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Raleigh-Durham from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Raleigh airport from Columbus. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Raleigh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh?

    A quick flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh can take about 1h 28m. Breeze Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $238. Airlines will cover a distance of 362 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Raleigh round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Raleigh round-trip from $55. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $88, and Breeze Airways, from $98. Frontier is priced at 74% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Raleigh one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh are Breeze Airways ($57), Frontier ($70), and Southwest ($78).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $44. While the most popular route (Columbus - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $125 on average, our data indicates $149 when flying from Columbus Airport to Raleigh.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Raleigh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Raleigh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Raleigh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Raleigh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Raleigh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Raleigh (average of $88). Flying from Columbus Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $148). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Columbus to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Raleigh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$98Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$156Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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