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Cheapest round-trip
$207
Typical prices: $416-$516
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Mon 10/29Fri 11/2
AVL - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$73
Typical prices: $267-$408
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Fri 11/16
AVL - RDU • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $434 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Asheville to Raleigh (AVL-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Asheville to Raleigh

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:00 am - 1:58 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 58m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:06 am - 11:31 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
25h 25m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$207Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:10 am - 12:21 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
28h 11m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:46 pm - 3:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
17h 44m1 stop Tampa
$239Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:18 pm - 9:20 amAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
16h 02m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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9:46 pm - 3:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
17h 44m1 stop Tampa
$240Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 18
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7:30 am - 4:31 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 01m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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1:16 pm - 10:01 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
44h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$243Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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11:53 am - 9:17 amAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 24m1 stop Orlando
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7:05 am - 10:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
15h 41m1 stop Orlando
$271Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:00 am - 10:49 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 49m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:06 am - 11:31 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
25h 25m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$275Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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1:44 pm - 9:19 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 35m1 stop West Palm Beach President Donald J. Trump Intl
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4:20 pm - 10:57 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
30h 37m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$280Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 18
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7:30 am - 4:31 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 01m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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9:27 pm - 8:27 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
23h 00m1 stop Orlando
$286Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:00 am - 12:02 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:16 am - 12:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
3h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$407American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:00 am - 12:02 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:13 pm - 11:58 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-AVL Asheville Regional
4h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$407American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Asheville to Raleigh flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Asheville to Raleigh?

American Airlines ($397) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Asheville to Raleigh in the last 5 days.

Key details for Asheville to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$73
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Asheville to Raleigh

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Your Asheville to Raleigh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are the transport options from Raleigh Airport to downtown?

    Line 100 bus of Go Triangle with an hourly interval can connect you from Terminal 2 of RDU Airport to Gotriangle Regional Transit Center (RTC) and RTP Connect in Morrisville. Use another Line 100 bus to connect to Goraleigh Station in Downtown Raleigh. Taxis are also available on demand and can help you access Downtown Raleigh.

  • Which airline offers family-friendly services from Asheville to Raleigh?

    United Airlines offers family-friendly services and amenities for those traveling with children from AVL to RDU. They include in-flight entertainment ranging from movies to games tailored with kid-friendly content and early boarding for families with young ones. They offer bassinets to those with infants on availability for the long-haul trip. Furthermore, they also allow families traveling with car seats and strollers to check them at the gate or bring them onboard at no extra cost.

  • Can a minor fly unaccompanied from Asheville to Raleigh?

    Children aged 5 to 14 can travel alone with Unite Airlines from AVL to RDU. The parent must provide their government-issued I.D. and contact information at the check-in counter. They also have to provide necessary travel documents for the child, including their passport and filled consent form, including details such as the receiving adult's name, address, and phone number at the destination airport.

  • Which airlines offer accessible services from Asheville to Raleigh?

    AVL Airport is fully accessible. Low-vision passengers are catered to with Braille-coded elevator buttons and visual information to help them navigate the airport. Service animal support for these passengers is also allowed. The airport also has TDD telephones strategically for hard-of-hearing passengers to access visual signage services, signage, and request assistance. There are ramps and elevators, dedicated seating, accessible restrooms, wheelchair assistance, and reserved parking spaces for passengers with reduced mobility.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Asheville to Raleigh?

    Flights from Asheville to Raleigh usually depart from Asheville Regional (AVL) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Asheville to Raleigh?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Asheville to Raleigh.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Asheville to Raleigh pass through?

    Connecting flights from Asheville to Raleigh most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 37% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Asheville to Raleigh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Asheville to Raleigh route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $517, a difference of $161. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Asheville to Raleigh?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Asheville to Raleigh. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 18m and 3h 23m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Asheville to Raleigh?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Asheville to Raleigh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Asheville to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $138, which is 61% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Asheville to Raleigh?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 18m, compared with 3h 23m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Asheville to Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Asheville to Raleigh range from $416 to $516, with an average of $478 over the past 12 months. Anything below $416 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Asheville to Raleigh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $356 - about $161 less than Sunday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Asheville to Raleigh trip for October. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $289 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.
    - Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    - Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek
  • Flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) have layovers en route. Some of the layover airports to expect on this route include Charlotte (CLT) by American, Atlanta (ATL) by Delta, and Washington, D.C. (DCA) by American.
  • American Airlines offers one of the highest carry-on bag allowances for flights from AVL to RDU. You can only bring one carry-on bag onboard, which must fit the overhead cabin. Therefore, its size must not exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches. The carry-on bag is also allowed, provided it weighs only up to 40 lbs.
  • Other than valid identifications, U.S. citizens do not need a visa when traveling to Asheville and Raleigh, since they are cities within the United States. You may, however, need your visa for international travel.
  • For enhanced comfort, consider flying Business-class with American and Delta. The airlines provide comfortable lie-flat seats, blankets and plush pillows, premium dining options with chef-crated meals, amenity kits with toiletries, dedicated in-flight crew for assistance, and increased baggage allowance.
  • Consider flying with American Airlines from AVL to RDU if you want to fly sustainably. The airline incorporates several sustainability practices, such as fleet renewal and innovative gating initiatives at several hubs to improve fuel efficiency. They have also increased their use of sustainable aviation fuel to reduce greenhouse gases emission to the environment, and are working to transition their cargo to biodegradable plastic.

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