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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to Raleigh:

• Earliest: departs at 7:25 am and lands at 8:51 am
• Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 12:26 am.

The flight takes about 1h 26m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Atlanta to Raleigh:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Atlanta to Raleigh takes 1h 26m, covering 355 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Raleigh range from $114 to $253, with an average of $160 over the past 12 months. Anything below $114 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 57% above the $160 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $160 round-trip, compared to $166 via a layover through Orlando (MCO).

Southwest is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Atlanta to Raleigh flights are:

• Southwest: 93% on time
• Delta: 89% on time
• Frontier: 70% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to Raleigh flights, with 31% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, evening flights for 23%, and night flights for 15%.

Delta is the only airline on the Atlanta to Raleigh route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Atlanta to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $98, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Atlanta to Raleigh usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Atlanta to Raleigh route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 59m.

One-stop flights from Atlanta to Raleigh most commonly connect through:

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 54% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 15% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Atlanta to Raleigh. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $142 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $187, a difference of $45.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Atlanta and Raleigh. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Frontier

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 56m, compared with 4h 25m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 7h 45m via Philadelphia (PHL).

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

Among airlines operating Atlanta to Raleigh flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Using the MARTA trains is the most convenient way to connect to the airport from downtown Atlanta. It will take you only 15min to complete the journey. It will cost you approximately $2.50 to make the trip via the train. However, you can opt to use a taxi, which will cost you around $35 to make the trip, taking 20min in regular traffic.

There are two pet relief areas in the airport, one in each terminal, Terminal 2 and Terminal 1, on the baggage claim levels. You will be allowed to walk with your pet through the metal detectors. In an instance where it is impossible, secondary screening involving physical and visual inspection get required.

The airport has two nursing stations in each terminal, the Mamava Suites. The first one is located in Terminal 2 near Gate C8, while the other gets situated in Terminal 1 near Gate A6. These stations give mothers the privacy and comfort necessary when nursing their infants within the airport.

The airport is a hub for Delta Airlines. There are a couple of Delta Sky Club locations within the airport. There are two in Concourse A, one is on the second level while the other is near Gate A17. Concourse B has a lounge near Gate B18. Concourse C has a lounge near Gate C37, and Concourse D has two gates, one near Gate D12 and the other near Gate D27. Concourse T, F, and E also have the Delta Sky Club.