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$44+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to the United States

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — LAX
May 29 — Jun 51
Fri 5/29
Fri 6/5
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sat 5/1611:06 am
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Thu 5/215:05 am
MIA
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RDU
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$78
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:09 am
RDU
-
MIA
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Thu 5/145:05 am
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$79
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:09 am
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Sun 5/175:05 am
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$80
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/911:06 am
RDU
-
MIA
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Thu 5/145:05 am
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$81
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/106:28 pm
RDU
-
MIA
Nonstop2h 10m
Frontier
Tue 6/163:20 pm
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$82
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/78:09 am
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Sun 5/105:05 am
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$83
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/49:03 am
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 15m
Frontier
Mon 5/115:05 am
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Thu 5/288:09 am
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Sun 5/315:05 am
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$86
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/96:14 pm
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Mon 7/133:07 pm
MIA
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RDU
Nonstop2h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$87
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/96:14 pm
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 16m
Frontier
Tue 8/113:07 pm
MIA
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$88
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:09 am
RDU
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MIA
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Sat 5/168:00 am
MIA
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RDU
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$89
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:35 pm
RDU
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EWR
Nonstop1h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 6/44:00 pm
EWR
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RDU
Nonstop1h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/27$103

Find flight deals from Raleigh to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to USA flight deals. Data was last updated April 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$44
(Super.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$215

Good round-trip deal

$40 or less

Good one-way deal

$43 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to USA 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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to the United States that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighNew York

RDU - LGA

RDULGA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/27

1:15 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 6/1

8:55 am-10:48 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$157

RaleighNewark

RDU - EWR

RDUEWR

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/8

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Newark

Wed 6/10

7:15 am-8:56 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$157

RaleighNew York

RDU - LGA

RDULGA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/3

6:00 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 6/6

5:30 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$157

RaleighNewark

RDU - EWR

RDUEWR

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/3

6:55 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Newark

Fri 6/5

7:29 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$157

RaleighNew York

RDU - JFK

RDUJFK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/5

7:55 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/6

12:50 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$157

RaleighNew York

RDU - JFK

RDUJFK

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/1

7:55 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/3

8:50 am-3:02 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$167

RaleighNew York

RDU - JFK

RDUJFK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/5

7:55 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/10

7:17 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$167

RaleighNewark

RDU - EWR

RDUEWR

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/10

7:05 am-8:59 am

Nonstop1h 54m

Newark

Mon 6/15

7:29 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$177

RaleighNew York

RDU - JFK

RDUJFK

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/12

7:55 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/16

8:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$182
Quickest round-trip

RaleighNewark

RDU - EWR

RDUEWR

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/12

7:00 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Newark

Tue 5/12

2:41 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$187

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to USA

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to the United States

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to USA, you should look to book at least 29 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to USA (average of $241). Flying from Raleigh to USA in March is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 RDU to US?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to USA in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to USA?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to USA. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to USA

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to USA. 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 April 29, 2026.

The most flights from RDU to US0 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Raleigh to the United States delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Raleigh and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Raleigh to the United States flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Raleigh to the United States flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated April 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Raleigh to the United States. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,678 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,970 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to United States?

    Most people fly from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) if they book a flight from Raleigh to United States. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to USA flight route?

    This flight path from Raleigh-Durham to United States was viewed by 19 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to USA?

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest fly from Raleigh to USA in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 416 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avelo Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $27. Frontier flights start at $28 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $36 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to USA?

    Most travelers choose Raleigh-Durham - Seattle/Tacoma Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Miami or Raleigh-Durham - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from Raleigh to USA.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to USA?

    Consider WestJet (83%), American Airlines (83%) or Japan Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Raleigh to USA.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to USA?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to USA? While on average our users pay $808, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $213. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), is priced around $282.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to USA 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 Raleigh to USA?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to USA (average of $241). Flying from Raleigh to USA in March is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 10 airlines flying from Raleigh to USA

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to USA. 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$40Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$65Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$68Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$71Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$121Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$126Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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