What's the typical flight distance from Raleigh?

Across the trailing quarter, flights from Raleigh typically show a varied distribution in terms of distance. Long-haul flights, covering significant distances, historically account for 44% of the routes. Short-haul flights, which are generally shorter in duration, make up 36% of the flight distances. Medium-haul flights represent the remaining 20% of the typical flight distances from Raleigh.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Raleigh?

Historically, when looking for international flights from Raleigh, some destinations offer more budget-friendly options. For instance, flights to Ottawa, Canada, typically have a median price of $175. Another option for international travel is Ibagué, Colombia, with a median price of $235. While Vero Beach in the United States shows a median price of $70, the focus for international travel would be on destinations outside the US.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Raleigh?

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh is typically February, with an average price of $445. This represents a significant saving of 38% compared to the annual median average price of $721. March is also a relatively inexpensive month for travel, with an average price of $546. Planning your travel during these months can lead to considerable savings.

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Flights from Raleigh: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh

Right now, the cheapest fares from Raleigh start at $57 to Detroit, United States. You can also find cheap flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, United States for $64, and to Philadelphia, United States for $65. These prices reflect current roundtrip options available.

Travelers from Raleigh have access to a wide range of destinations, with recent fares recorded for 534 unique cities. Over the last 90 days, the vast majority of these fares, 77%, were for destinations within the United States. International options are also present, with 3% of recent fares going to the United Kingdom and 2% to Spain, offering routes to cities like London and Madrid.

When flying from Raleigh, you'll find that 14.8% of recent fares are for direct flights. This indicates that connecting flights are more common for routes originating from Raleigh.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Raleigh has been Copenhagen, Denmark. Other popular routes include flights to Stockholm, Sweden, and Barcelona, Spain, which also appear frequently in recent fare data.

The flight distances from Raleigh are varied, with 44% of recent routes being long-haul. Short-haul flights account for 36% of the routes, while medium-haul trips make up the remaining 20%.

Most popular airlines from Raleigh

American Airlines

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Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Frontier Airlines

Spirit Airlines

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RDU - Stockholm

Raleigh (RDU) - Stockholm (ARN)

Air Canada

$977

$345

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

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RDU - Oslo

Raleigh (RDU) - Oslo (OSL)

Icelandair

$1,070

$541

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

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RDU - Reykjavik

Raleigh (RDU) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada

$1,145

$455

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

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RDU - Helsinki

Raleigh (RDU) - Helsinki (HEL)

Lufthansa

$740

$490

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

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RDU - Copenhagen

Raleigh (RDU) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Air Canada

$932

$456

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Amsterdam

Raleigh (RDU) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Air Canada

$1,010

$607

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Raleigh

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from

$345

Helsinki

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Finland • Jan 2027

from

$458

Lahore

TOP

Pakistan • Oct 2026

from

$883

Copenhagen

TOP

Denmark • Oct 2026

from

$403

Oslo

TOP

Norway • Oct 2026

from

$441

Honolulu

TOP

United States • Dec 2026

from

$471

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Raleigh

-51%

RDU - Nagoya

$1,632 → $792

-43%

RDU - Lahore

$1,571 → $897

-65%

RDU - Stockholm

$977 → $345

-37%

RDU - Tokyo

$1,403 → $878

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Raleigh airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Thu - Wed

The cheapest flights from RDU are on Tuesday, Thursday, and Wednesday, with fares from $28.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$25 direct / ~$57 roundtrip

The cheapest deals from RDU are to destinations across the United States, including Detroit and Fort Lauderdale.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Frontier Airlines, Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, United Airlines

Low-cost and full-service carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Raleigh.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 weeks in advance

Booking 2-8 weeks before departure from RDU offers the best prices.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Aug

Flights from Raleigh-Durham tend to be cheaper in Aug.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Detroit

Flights from Raleigh-Durham to Detroit are as low as $25 direct.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

RDU is a convenient option for travelers seeking flights from the Raleigh-Durham area.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Airports nearby Raleigh used as alternative

Piedmont Triad International (GSO)

Piedmont Triad International offers a balance of proximity and robust flight schedules, with fewer direct flight options.

📍 ~122 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$88

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Booking Flights from Raleigh: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Raleigh have offered median prices under $150. For example, flights to Vero Beach typically have a median price of $70, while Westchester County flights are around $79. Other options include Akron at a median price of $93 and Cleveland at $99. Across the trailing quarter, you could also find flights to Portsmouth for $100 and Jacksonville for $104, all falling below the $150 threshold.

Historically, travelers from Raleigh have had access to a wide array of destinations. In the trailing 90 days, there were typically 534 unique cities available. These destinations spanned 103 different countries. The United States accounted for the largest share of these destinations, representing 77% of available routes, followed by the United Kingdom at 3% and Spain at 2%.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, some of the most frequently served destinations from Raleigh include Copenhagen in Denmark. Stockholm, Sweden, is another popular choice for travelers. Additionally, Barcelona in Spain has consistently been one of the most popular destinations from Raleigh.

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Insights for flights from Raleigh

When flying from Raleigh, you'll find that 14.8% of recent fares are for direct flights. This indicates that connecting flights are more common for routes originating from Raleigh.

Most popular airlines from Raleigh

American Airlines

Delta Air Lines

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Frontier Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh soon

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Stockholm

Raleigh (RDU) - Stockholm (ARN)

Air Canada

$977

$345

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Oslo

Raleigh (RDU) - Oslo (OSL)

Icelandair

$1,070

$541

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Reykjavik

Raleigh (RDU) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada

$1,145

$455

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Helsinki

Raleigh (RDU) - Helsinki (HEL)

Lufthansa

$740

$490

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Copenhagen

Raleigh (RDU) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Air Canada

$932

$456

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Amsterdam

Raleigh (RDU) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Air Canada

$1,010

$607

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Raleigh

Stockholm

TOP

Sweden • Aug 2026

from

$345

Helsinki

TOP

Finland • Jan 2027

from

$458

Lahore

TOP

Pakistan • Oct 2026

from

$883

Copenhagen

TOP

Denmark • Oct 2026

from

$403

Oslo

TOP

Norway • Oct 2026

from

$441

Honolulu

TOP

United States • Dec 2026

from

$471

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Raleigh

-51%

RDU - Nagoya

$1,632 → $792

-43%

RDU - Lahore

$1,571 → $897

-65%

RDU - Stockholm

$977 → $345

-37%

RDU - Tokyo

$1,403 → $878

Popular Airports from Raleigh

Raleigh airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Thu - Wed

The cheapest flights from RDU are on Tuesday, Thursday, and Wednesday, with fares from $28.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$25 direct / ~$57 roundtrip

The cheapest deals from RDU are to destinations across the United States, including Detroit and Fort Lauderdale.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Frontier Airlines, Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, United Airlines

Low-cost and full-service carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Raleigh.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 weeks in advance

Booking 2-8 weeks before departure from RDU offers the best prices.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Aug

Flights from Raleigh-Durham tend to be cheaper in Aug.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Detroit

Flights from Raleigh-Durham to Detroit are as low as $25 direct.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

RDU is a convenient option for travelers seeking flights from the Raleigh-Durham area.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Airports nearby Raleigh used as alternative

Piedmont Triad International (GSO)

Piedmont Triad International offers a balance of proximity and robust flight schedules, with fewer direct flight options.

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Tue - Thu - Wed

From ~$25 direct / ~$57 roundtrip

Frontier Airlines, Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, United Airlines

2-8 weeks in advance

Aug

Watch fares to Detroit

Raleigh main airports to depart from

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Tue - Thu - Wed

From ~$25 direct / ~$57 roundtrip

Frontier Airlines, Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, United Airlines

2-8 weeks in advance

Aug

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Raleigh main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Raleigh used as alternative

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Where can I find flights from Raleigh for less than 150 USD?

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Where are the cheapest international flights from Raleigh?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Raleigh?

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