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$97+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Raleigh (RDU)

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HOU — RDU
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in September or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$97
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$269

Good round-trip deal

$232 or less

Good one-way deal

$195 or less
From Houston Hobby to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby to Raleigh-Durham.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Houston Hobby to Raleigh-Durham.

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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/42:20 pmHOU - RDU
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Sat 9/65:50 amRDU - HOU
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:00 amHOU - RDU
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/175:13 amRDU - HOU
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:00 amHOU - RDU
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Sat 8/235:20 amRDU - HOU
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 7/26$217

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh that are best for you.

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HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/4

2:20 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 9/6

5:50 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$177

HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-1:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/17

5:13 am-9:44 am

1 stop5h 31m

$197

HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/23

1:34 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$217

HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Fri 9/5

5:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$99

HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/23

1:05 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$109

HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/26

9:34 am-4:47 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$133

HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/15

8:02 pm-6:31 pm

2 stops21h 29m

$164

HoustonRaleigh

HOU - RDU

HOURDU

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/23

8:59 am-4:34 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$229

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Deals found on 7/26

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HOU offers three types of parking: Valet, Garage, and Economy. Valet is convenient and not much more expensive than Garage.

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For ground transportation, Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft operate at RDU, picking up from the 'pre-arranged' zones.

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh

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

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

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh is 63 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 month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 HOU to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

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

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 86% of 1-stop itineraries from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

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

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $138.

What’s the fastest layover option from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

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

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 17m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

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

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 6h 04m.

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 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Houston Hobby 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    For a flight from Houston Hobby to Raleigh, you will be flying into Raleigh-Durham. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city. Raleigh-Durham is the only Raleigh airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day. 6 airlines have flights to Raleigh-Durham from Houston Hobby on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $177. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $197 and $217, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $97. Users have also found prices from $99 and $109 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh? While on average our users pay $391, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $88. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $123.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 Hobby to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$93Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$144Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$251Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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