Are there direct flights from Austin to Raleigh?

Historically, direct flights from Austin to Raleigh have been less common, accounting for approximately 10% of all observed flights. When connecting flights were necessary, travelers typically experienced two stopovers. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Austin to Raleigh?

A direct flight from Austin to Raleigh typically takes about 3 hours and 8 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration observed was significantly longer, averaging around 9 hours and 30 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 1866 kilometers.

How often do Austin to Raleigh flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Austin to Raleigh route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for lower fares. This pattern has been observed consistently over the trailing 30 days.

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Austin to Raleigh: Overview

Insights for flights from Austin to Raleigh

Fares for flights from Austin to Raleigh typically range from $342 to $716, with a median price of $470. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, with only 9% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices if you monitor the route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin to Raleigh? You'll find the most affordable fares in June, with a median price of $242. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $322, and September, with a median of $342. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

A typical journey from Austin to Raleigh takes approximately 17h 2m, including connections. This longer duration is common for this route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, only 10% of recent fares are for direct flights from Austin to Raleigh, with connecting itineraries typically involving 2 stopovers.

The distance between Austin and Raleigh is 1866 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you should anticipate a journey that is neither very short nor extremely long, often requiring a full day of travel when accounting for connections and airport time.

How much is a round trip from Austin to Raleigh

Regular price: $214 - $323

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Austin to Raleigh.

The regular price range for flights from Austin to Raleigh is between $214 and $323. The current lowest deal is $153 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 27.

now $153

Low $214

High $323

The cheapest time to fly from Austin to Raleigh

The cheapest month to fly from Austin to Raleigh is June, with a median price of $242. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $547. Prices are generally lower from May to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $242

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $547

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Direct flights from Austin to Raleigh

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Last-minute flights going from Austin to Raleigh

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Raleigh

Austin (AUS) - Raleigh (RDU)

Frontier Airlines

$348

$308

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Raleigh

Austin (AUS) - Raleigh (RDU)

Frontier Airlines

$359

$314

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Raleigh

Austin (AUS) - Raleigh (RDU)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$309

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Raleigh

Austin (AUS) - Raleigh (RDU)

Frontier Airlines

$349

$309

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Raleigh

Austin (AUS) - Raleigh (RDU)

Frontier Airlines

$342

$289

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Raleigh

Austin (AUS) - Raleigh (RDU)

Frontier Airlines

$345

$300

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Austin to Raleigh

5 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 25

$286 → $155

46%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$295 → $170

42%

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

$306 → $190

38%

2 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 29

$293 → $180

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Austin to Raleigh

Austin - Raleigh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Austin to Raleigh are above the typical level, with a median price of $470.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Raleigh, with a median price of $242.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 17h 2m with 2 stopovers

Flights from Austin to Raleigh typically take 17h 2m, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant for Austin to Raleigh, making up 90% of recent fares.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $153

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal from Austin to Raleigh for $153, departing October 21.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Austin to Raleigh appear frequently, with good prices available.

Austin main airports to depart from

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Raleigh.

📍 ~10 km from Austin city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$180

Raleigh main airports to arrive at

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is ideal for direct access to Raleigh and the surrounding Research Triangle.

📍 ~20 km from Raleigh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Raleigh used as alternative

Piedmont Triad International (GSO)

Piedmont Triad International (GSO) can be a useful alternative, especially for accessing the Research Triangle area.

📍 ~135 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Raleigh

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Raleigh

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Austin to Raleigh is 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed across the trailing quarter was $344. Booking 7-13 days out typically saw prices rise to an average of $462. For those booking 28-59 days in advance, the average price was $717, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $870.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Austin to Raleigh was considered to be $342 or less. The median price for this route was $470. Prices typically started to increase significantly beyond this point, with 75% of fares being $716 or higher.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Raleigh, with a median price of $242. October also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $322. September followed with a median price of $342. The annual median price for this route, observed over the trailing 270 days, was $470.

Austin to Raleigh: Overview

Insights for flights from Austin to Raleigh

How much is a round trip from Austin to Raleigh

Regular price: $214 - $323

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Austin to Raleigh.

The regular price range for flights from Austin to Raleigh is between $214 and $323. The current lowest deal is $153 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 27.

now $153

Low $214

High $323

The cheapest time to fly from Austin to Raleigh

The cheapest month to fly from Austin to Raleigh is June, with a median price of $242. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $547. Prices are generally lower from May to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $242

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $547

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov