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 $181. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh is about 227 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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 $167. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $179 and $179, respectively. Delta is priced at 38% 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), JetBlue ($91), and American Airlines ($98).

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.

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).

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

The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Raleigh-Durham, Baltimore/Washington - Raleigh-Durham and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Raleigh-Durham.

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

On average you can expect to pay $470 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 $157.

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 (90%), United Airlines (84%) and Republic Airways (83%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Before booking your flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh check out the most popular airlines for this route: United Airlines, American Airlines or Delta.

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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 23 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.

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.

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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 August 21, 2026.

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Best flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 21, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Data last updated August 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.

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One-way from	$65 (Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest in	January
Average price	$333
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Good one-way deal	$129 or less

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - RDU Raleigh-Durham

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/26

7:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/28

7:00 am-8:05 am

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$157

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - RDU Raleigh-Durham

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/21

11:50 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/21

6:50 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$157

BaltimoreRaleigh

BWI Baltimore/Washington - RDU Raleigh-Durham

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

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8:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/7

6:15 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$157

BaltimoreRaleigh

BWI Baltimore/Washington - RDU Raleigh-Durham

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/9

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/12

9:40 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$157

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - RDU Raleigh-Durham

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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10:05 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/12

6:00 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$181

Washington, D.C.Raleigh

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - RDU Raleigh-Durham

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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10:42 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Raleigh-Durham

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6:00 am-7:07 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$181

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - RDU Raleigh-Durham

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/24

8:45 pm-10:05 pm

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Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/25

6:40 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$181

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DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - RDU Raleigh-Durham

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/11

7:40 pm-12:28 am

1 stop4h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/14

6:01 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$191

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DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - RDU Raleigh-Durham

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/11

6:10 am-12:01 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 9/12

6:01 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$191

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DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - RDU Raleigh-Durham

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/2

7:25 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop3h 47m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/3

6:01 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$191

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh (average of $232). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $336). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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 (15 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights typically cost between $222 and $378 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $134 on Frontier (Nov 10-Nov 18).

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 60 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?

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.

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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.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,215 reviews

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.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,215 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,215 reviews

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.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,513 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,215 reviews

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.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,107 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,215 reviews

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.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,981 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,215 reviews

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.

JetBlue

7.1

Good

3,040 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,215 reviews

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

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 23 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 $181. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh is about 227 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.
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 $167. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $179 and $179, respectively. Delta is priced at 38% 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), JetBlue ($91), and American Airlines ($98).
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?
The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Raleigh-Durham, Baltimore/Washington - Raleigh-Durham and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Raleigh-Durham.
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 (90%), United Airlines (84%) and Republic Airways (83%).
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?
On average you can expect to pay $470 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 $157.
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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh (average of $232). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $336). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Southwest	Cheapest$133	Average$289	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Frontier	Cheapest$137	Average$185	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$167	Average$239	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$179	Average$290	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$179	Average$349	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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 (15 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights typically cost between $222 and $378 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $134 on Frontier (Nov 10-Nov 18).

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 60 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 August 15, 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.

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Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights typically cost between $222 and $378 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $134 on Frontier (Nov 10-Nov 18).