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$95+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Raleigh (STL - RDU)

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STL — RDU
May 5 — May 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in June or April, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$100
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$312

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-Raleigh-Durham flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Lambert-St Louis-Raleigh-Durham flights.
From Lambert-St Louis to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Lambert-St Louis to Raleigh-Durham.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Raleigh-Durham.

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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/95:55 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop19h 04mFrontier
Thu 5/154:25 pmRDU - STL
1 stop8h 41mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$188
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/291:59 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop3h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/511:12 amRDU - STL
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:17 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Sat 5/315:20 pmRDU - STL
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/28$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:25 pmSTL - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Tue 5/278:00 amRDU - STL
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/136:12 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop14h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/154:37 pmRDU - STL
1 stop26h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/46:30 amSTL - RDU
2 stops6h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/156:15 amRDU - STL
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2410:10 amSTL - RDU
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2610:17 amRDU - STL
3 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$383

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Raleigh that are best for you.

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St. Louis

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Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/9

5:55 pm-1:59 pm

1 stop19h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/15

4:25 pm-12:06 am

1 stop8h 41m

$188

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/29

1:59 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/5

11:12 am-5:07 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$199

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/24

5:17 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/31

5:20 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$219

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/24

5:25 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/27

8:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$293

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 6/13

6:12 pm-9:41 am

1 stop14h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/15

4:37 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop26h 41m

$300

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/4

6:30 am-2:08 pm

2 stops6h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/15

6:15 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

$349

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/24

10:10 am-7:55 am

2 stops20h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/26

10:17 am-4:45 pm

3 stops31h 28m

$383

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/2

4:23 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$95

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/14

5:45 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$102

St. LouisRaleigh

STL - RDU

STLRDU

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 7/28

1:29 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$105

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Compare providers for flights from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Raleigh in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 St. Louis-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 St. Louis-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 St. Louis to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from St. Louis with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Raleigh

How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from St. Louis to Raleigh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from St. Louis to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 STL to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 April 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from St. Louis to Raleigh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from St. Louis to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their St. Louis to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from St. Louis to Raleigh have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from St. Louis to Raleigh?

    Booking a flight from Lambert-St Louis (STL) to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is your only option if you wish to fly from St. Louis to Raleigh. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Lambert-St Louis to Raleigh-Durham, all of which are around 1h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Lambert-St Louis to Raleigh.

  • How popular is this St. Louis to Raleigh flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Raleigh round-trip?

    Frontier, at $188, was found to be the cheapest airline from St. Louis to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. Users have found that Frontier is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Raleigh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $100. Users have also found prices from $102 and $105 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $336 for a flight from St. Louis to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $146 while the most popular route, (Lambert-St Louis - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $216.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Raleigh that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Raleigh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from St. Louis to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 5 airlines flying from St. Louis to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$249Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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