Raleigh

$62+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh (RDU)

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WAS — RDU
Jul 31 — Aug 71
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/47:17 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Tue 8/116:15 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop11h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 7/1$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/288:36 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop15h 28m
Frontier
Tue 8/46:15 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop9h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30$128
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 7/299:35 pm
BWI
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Wed 8/53:35 pm
RDU
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/219:37 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Tue 7/286:14 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop5h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/88:35 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop15h 29m
Frontier
Mon 8/1012:04 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop19h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 9/239:24 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 43m
Frontier
Fri 9/254:20 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop16h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/288:00 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop16h 17m
Frontier
Sat 10/34:20 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop7h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/229:24 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 43m
Frontier
Wed 9/234:20 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop7h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 6/27$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Mon 9/219:24 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop14h 53m
Frontier
Sat 9/264:20 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop7h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Tue 10/69:24 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 43m
Frontier
Thu 10/84:05 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop8h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Thu 8/209:32 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop11h 00m
Frontier
Sun 8/2310:11 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$155
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:21 am
DCA
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RDU
1 stop3h 47m
JetBlue
Thu 8/65:44 pm
RDU
-
DCA
1 stop5h 15m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/30$193

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 July 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$124
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$62
(Trip.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$254

Good round-trip deal

$284 or less

Good one-way deal

$171 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Raleigh-Durham flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh-Durham.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh-Durham.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreRaleigh

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/29

8:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/29

5:20 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$133

BaltimoreRaleigh

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/29

9:35 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/5

3:35 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$133

BaltimoreRaleigh

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/29

8:05 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/29

11:15 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$133

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/6

8:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/8

6:00 am-7:16 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$196

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/8

7:58 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/10

6:15 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$196

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/15

5:49 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/17

6:15 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$196
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

IAD - RDU

IADRDU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/28

8:21 am-9:34 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-7:07 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$203

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

IAD - RDU

IADRDU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/1

8:21 am-9:34 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/25

10:40 am-11:47 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$203

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/15

5:50 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$215

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/30

3:10 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/5

5:19 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$215

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh (average of $78). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in February is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 WAS to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 1, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 1, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (MDW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Chicago (MDW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $450.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 10m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights

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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 July 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Raleigh-Durham from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 18 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Raleigh airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Raleigh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh can take about 1h 13m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $203. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh is about 224 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $168. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $178 and $179, respectively. Delta is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are Frontier ($63), Delta ($88), and JetBlue ($91).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are GoJet (100%), ITA Airways (100%) and Avianca (97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $389 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $163 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $133.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh (average of $78). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in February is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$167Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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