Are there direct flights from Raleigh to London?

Direct flights from Raleigh to London are not common. Historically, only 4% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stops.

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to London?

The typical direct flight from Raleigh to London has a duration of 7 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 6249 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 13 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

How often do Raleigh to London flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Raleigh to London route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions within a typical 30-day window. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for securing a better deal on this route.

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Raleigh to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to London

Only 4% of recent fares from Raleigh to London are non-stop, indicating that most itineraries will involve connections. For the majority of flights that do connect, travelers can expect a typical journey with 2 stopovers. This means that when searching for cheap flights from Raleigh to London, you will primarily find options that include at least one layover.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to London, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $453. January is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $488, while April presents another good option with a median fare of $625. These months typically offer more budget-friendly prices compared to other times of the year.

Fares for flights from Raleigh to London typically range from $901–$1,343, with a median price of $1,103. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only about 5% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

A typical journey from Raleigh to London takes approximately 28h 7m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival. This route is classified as a long-haul journey, covering a significant distance of 6,249 km.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to London

Regular price: $657 - $1,514

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to London is $657 to $1514. The current lowest deal is $542 with Air Canada for travel from Oct 15-Oct 22.

now $542

Low $657

High $1,514

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to London

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to LON is February, with a median price of $453. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1369. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $453

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,369

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Direct flights from Raleigh to London

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to London

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - London

Raleigh (RDU) - London (LGW)

Frontier Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK

$1,015

$558

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - London

Raleigh (RDU) - London (LGW)

Frontier Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK

$1,015

$571

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - London

Raleigh (RDU) - London (LGW)

Frontier Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK

$1,015

$572

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - London

Raleigh (RDU) - London (LGW)

Frontier Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK

$1,015

$606

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - London

Raleigh (RDU) - London (LGW)

Frontier Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK

$873

$598

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - London

Raleigh (RDU) - London (LGW)

Frontier Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK

$873

$611

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 25

$923 → $565

39%

9 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 27

$885 → $560

37%

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$909 → $591

35%

13 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 26

$856 → $544

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to London

Raleigh - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent RDU to LON fares are near the typical level, with 5% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $453.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 28h 7m connecting

Flights from Raleigh to London typically take 28h 7m, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 96% of recent RDU to LON fares.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers a recent deal for $542

Air Canada recently offered a roundtrip deal for $542 from RDU to LON (Oct 15 - Oct 22).

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Raleigh to London appear frequently, with 5% good prices historically.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International is a great choice for flights from Raleigh to London.

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

💸 Flights from ~$528

London main airports to arrive at

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted is a good option for flights from Raleigh to London, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$527

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Consider Birmingham as an alternative with its wide variety of long-haul and short-haul destinations.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by rail; travel time can exceed 90 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$712

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

93% AI deal score

$5,168

$2,936

Save $2,232

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

Historically, booking flights from Raleigh to London between 14 and 27 days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices. During this period, the average price was $801. Prices tend to be higher for very last-minute bookings, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $1162. Similarly, booking more than 60 days in advance typically results in higher prices, averaging around $1150.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Raleigh to London is considered to be $901 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $1103. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $1343 or less.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to London, with a median price of $453. January also offers relatively low prices, with a median of $488. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median of $1103 for this route, making early in the year a favorable time to travel.

Raleigh to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to London

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to London

Regular price: $657 - $1,514

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to London is $657 to $1514. The current lowest deal is $542 with Air Canada for travel from Oct 15-Oct 22.

now $542

Low $657

High $1,514

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to London

February

Cheapest

Flights from $453

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,369

Jan

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