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$65+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — WAS
May 1 — May 81
Fri 5/1
Fri 5/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/116:15 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop12h 13m
Frontier
Thu 5/289:43 pm
BWI
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RDU
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/216:00 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop5h 22m
Frontier
Tue 4/215:49 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/284:00 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop8h 44m
Frontier
Tue 5/56:45 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/286:00 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop5h 22m
Frontier
Sat 5/25:53 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$131
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/216:50 am
RDU
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/219:05 pm
BWI
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/273:42 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop19h 40m
Frontier
Wed 4/295:49 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 4/306:10 am
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Tue 5/56:45 am
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/263:42 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop16h 20m
Frontier
Sun 5/38:52 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop24h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 5/19:37 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop11h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/59:13 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop10h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$139
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2310:00 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop11h 18m
Frontier
Tue 4/2812:17 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop11h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 4/273:42 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop9h 02m
Frontier
Tue 5/59:13 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop10h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Fri 4/179:37 pm
RDU
-
BWI
1 stop11h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/185:53 pm
BWI
-
RDU
1 stop5h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$144

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

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$267 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. 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 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Price

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RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

10:10 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/28

9:05 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$162

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

2:58 pm-4:14 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/27

10:15 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$191

RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/8

2:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/10

8:15 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$227

RaleighBaltimore

RDU - BWI

RDUBWI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/15

2:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/17

8:15 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$227

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/24

7:59 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/26

10:15 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$239

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/6

3:44 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/9

10:05 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$239

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/22

6:00 am-7:16 am

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/2

7:59 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$239

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/17

5:18 am-9:09 am

1 stop3h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/18

5:00 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$240

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/1

4:15 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$241

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - DCA

RDUDCA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/14

6:47 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/21

7:59 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$243

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Raleigh-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Washington, D.C. 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 Raleigh-Washington, D.C. 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 Raleigh to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. is 78 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 Raleigh to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. (average of $92). Flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. 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 1, 2026.

The most flights from RDU to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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

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

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. 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 Raleigh to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., 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 $144.

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

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., 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: 5h 20m.

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

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., 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 often are flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Raleigh and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Raleigh to Washington, D.C. 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 Friday 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 Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated April 1, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,335 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,368 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,529 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
11,544 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. 6 airlines have flights from Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 21 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    A quick flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. can take about 1h 10m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $162. The distance between Raleigh and Washington, D.C. is about 255 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $158. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $177 and $179, respectively. Delta is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($55), American Airlines ($88), and Delta ($88).

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

    Most travelers choose Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Raleigh-Durham - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Raleigh to Washington, D.C..

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

    Consider Mesa Airlines (100%), Air China (94%) or Ethiopian Air (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C..

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $114. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $133 on average, our data indicates $1,044 when flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. (average of $92). Flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 Raleigh to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. 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 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$142Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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