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$79 Find Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh

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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh (CVG-RDU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Raleigh

Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Sep 2
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5:55 am - 9:55 amCVG-RDU
4h 00m1 stop
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6:10 pm - 10:25 pmRDU-CVG
4h 15m1 stop
$157Southwest
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Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Sep 2
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1:15 pm - 10:00 pmCVG-RDU
8h 45m2 stops
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6:10 pm - 10:25 pmRDU-CVG
4h 15m1 stop
$162Southwest
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Thu, Jul 10 - Tue, Jul 15
Frontier Logo
11:04 am - 4:16 pmCVG-RDU
5h 12m1 stop
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5:23 pm - 12:54 amRDU-CVG
7h 31m1 stop
$170Frontier
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Mon, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 1
Frontier Logo
10:00 am - 4:12 pmCVG-RDU
6h 12m1 stop
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5:23 pm - 12:54 amRDU-CVG
7h 31m1 stop
$172Frontier
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Fri, Jul 25 - Sun, Aug 3
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6:06 pm - 10:43 amCVG-RDU
16h 37m1 stop
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9:10 am - 11:53 amRDU-CVG
26h 43m1 stop
Sun, Jul 13 - Sun, Jul 20
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6:15 am - 8:15 amCVG-RDU
26h 00m1 stop
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7:13 pm - 12:50 pmRDU-CVG
17h 37m1 stop
Mon, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 3
Delta Logo
1:29 pm - 11:15 pmCVG-RDU
9h 46m1 stop
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6:00 am - 5:20 pmRDU-CVG
11h 20m1 stop
$263Delta
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Mon, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 3
Delta Logo
7:45 am - 11:15 pmCVG-RDU
15h 30m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 5:20 pmRDU-CVG
11h 20m1 stop
$289Delta
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Mon, Jun 30 - Fri, Jul 4
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:13 pmCVG-RDU
7h 13m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:23 am - 3:21 pmRDU-CVG
5h 58m1 stop
$354United Airlines
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Sat, Aug 23 - Wed, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 11:51 pmCVG-RDU
4h 26m1 stop
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10:34 am - 6:27 pmRDU-CVG
7h 53m2 stops
$364United Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh

 
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Delta

Comfort Plus provides extra legroom and is located in the front section of the economy cabin.


Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights, enhancing connectivity.

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Basic Economy offers low fares but includes late boarding and no free checked bags.


Main Cabin Extra provides early boarding and complimentary drinks, enhancing short flight comfort.

Frontier

Basic Fare includes only a personal item; carry-on and seat selection cost extra.


Economy Bundle offers a carry-on bag and seat choice, ideal for budget travelers.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cincinnati to Raleigh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Cincinnati to Raleigh, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Raleigh, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh is August, where tickets cost $184 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $399 and $391 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $569 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 42% lower on average.
Flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh

When to book flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cincinnati to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh

  • What airlines offer first-class upgrades from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    Delta and American Airlines allow passengers to upgrade from economy to first class based on availability via airline miles or covering the ticket variance. Southwest Airlines is renowned for its open seating policy, but they do offer a Business Select fare class, which comes with benefits such as priority boarding and an upgraded flight experience.

  • Which airlines offer convenient travel with pets from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    On domestic flights between Cincinnati and Raleigh, Delta, United, and American Airlines allow small dogs, cats, and household birds to travel in the cabin with their owners. Bookings are crucial for pet travel given that the number of pets permitted for each flight is constrained.

  • What airlines provide special food choices for flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    Delta and United Airlines provide special food choices for those traveling with specific dietary requirements, including halal, vegan, kosher, vegetarian, and diabetic meals upon request. To guarantee that your desires are catered to as best as possible, you should make arrangements well in advance via the customer service department or during the booking procedure.

  • Which airline has the most favorable luggage regulations for flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    Delta and American Airlines allow one baggage with dimensions not greater than 22.1 x 14.4 x 9 inches alongside a single personal bag that fits under the seat in front of you. Frontier Airlines is an ultra-low-cost carrier, so carry-on bags cost extra, and the dimensions and weight restrictions for carry-on luggage differ depending on the ticket type and reservation method.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh was $79 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Cincinnati and Raleigh?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    Delta, Virgin Atlantic, Air France, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cincinnati to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cincinnati to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Cincinnati and Raleigh.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $364 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $374 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Raleigh from Cincinnati is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Raleigh with an airline and back to Cincinnati with another airline. Booking your flights between Cincinnati and RDU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Raleigh from Cincinnati up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $258 or less one-way and $399 or less round-trip.
  • Layovers on flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Raleigh (RDU) occur at different airports, and the layover duration varies based on the airline and flight schedule. American Airlines offers layover flights on this route and common layover hubs include Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Delta Air Lines operates layover flights between Cincinnati and Raleigh with common layover cities being Atlanta, Detroit, and Minneapolis.
  • Delta, Frontier and United Airlines follow the “lap child” policy that applies in domestic flights, where infants under the age of two years sit on an adult’s lap during flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh. It is advised to inform the airline at the time of booking that you will be traveling with a lap child. The airline will then add the child's information to the reservation and provide further instructions on boarding procedures and any necessary documentation for the infant.
  • Delta, Alaska, and United Airlines have pledged to reduce carbon emissions and invest in more fuel-efficient aircraft on flights between Cincinnati and Raleigh. They have set lofty sustainability objectives and have been recognized for their efforts to combat climate change.
  • Airlines such as United, Delta, and American Airlines have processes in place to help and guide travelers with disabilities during their flight from Cincinnati to Rayleigh, such as priority boarding, special seating with quick navigation to restrooms, and in-flight assistance such as maneuvering inside the plane, handling personal items, and meeting particular food preferences.
  • Delta, Frontier, United and American Airlines are the main airlines in the United States, with vast local route networks, making them major operators on flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh. As a result, passengers have the option of selecting airlines that fit their travel plans and budget.

Prefer to fly direct from Cincinnati to Raleigh?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Raleigh-Durham.
Find which airlines fly direct from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Air France, Delta

Air France, Delta

Tuesday

Air France, Delta

Air France, Delta

Wednesday

Air France, Delta

Air France, Delta

Thursday

Air France, Delta

Air France, Delta

Friday

Air France, Delta

Air France, Delta

Sunday

Air France, Delta

Air France, Delta

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Raleigh-Durham to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Top 4 airlines serving from Cincinnati to Raleigh

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4278 reviews
7.1Food
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
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Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

10.0 ExcellentMichael, Jun 2025SMF - SEA
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Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

Southwest is typically delayed, and it gets wearisome. It is no longer a discount airline and you get way less than you pay for when it comes to comfort and Ce.

We sat on the plane on the tarmac for 4 hours.

I'm not a fan of Southwest's model. I don't like the herding style of boarding.

Flight crew and cabin crew were great. I had to rearrange flights because my original flight was 3hrs delayed for weather, the rub is the flight I moved to boarded on time then we sat at the gate for 2 hours because scheduling stole our first officer for another flight, TWICE. Then our actual FO was an hour delayed. To make it worse my original flight went from a 3 hour delay to departing 15min EARLY. Just poor scheduling operations all around.

Bring back peanuts Take our drink orders when were all seated, especially after you switch to assigned seating.

Staff was far less than helpful at all times. Departure and arrival times mean nothing to Southwest. Extremely disappointed, will never fly with them again, and I’ll be sure to share my experience with all.

It is southwest seat was ok. Not the most comfortable seat

I’ve always loved Southwest. No issues at all. I was flying standby and the gate agent was extremely friendly and helpful. Boarding was smooth and I was able to get a window seat in the emergency exit row. Crew was fantastic! They were very professional and accommodating. We had to divert from our destination due to weather but the flight crew kept everyone at ease and informed us of all pertinent information. Excellent flight

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

The flight was scheduled for 2:30 PM. Early in the morning we got a text message saying the flight was delayed and rescheduled for 3:00 PM. We got to the airport with that in mind. Then we got a message during check-in at the flight was rescheduled again for 2:30 PM. We almost missed our flight. In fact, our bags Were told that they would not make it. At the end, everything worked out. But it is very stressful.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

Excellent check-in. Crew was good. Excellent communication from flight deck.

Great overall. There was a bit of turbulence so they could only serve water because too much turbulence for the carts. Was glad they prioritized safety though

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

Great service. Flight was delayed while we sat on the runway for a couple of hours. Weather related. Staff made is very bearable. The steward servicing the first class cabin was exceptional. Thank you! 💗

5 hours of delay that could've been much shorter if Delta had taken the 1 hour delay they imposed on the flight before boarding to run any of the plane checks required for flight to find the hydraulic issue that required nearly 3 hours to fix. $24 of meal credit buys a sandwich and a soft drink. Poor communication within the terminal about what gate we'd be re-boarding from and when we'd be re-boarding.

Amazing flight! I have never noticed the uniforms of the attendants before in twenty years of flying except today when one female had the most amazing dress on. It was beautifully designed and showed she was in charge. I never dreamed I would google who designed Delta uniforms . The ultimate compliment is when another woman admires your outfit. . I hope your designer puts it on the market

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

My flight was 6 pm 6/6. Every hour they delayed it again - air condition issues then no pilot then the crew had worked too many hours and cancelled the flight at 11 pm. Sent customers to NJ a 45 minutes uber ride to a hotel. Had to be back by 5 am for a 7 am flight and again no pilot etc with another three hours of delays.

Cramped seats. FAA should make airlines have more legroom, for even short people complain

In flight connectivity (via T-Mobile) was often not working.

We missed our flight. The boarding pass had the wrong gate and by the time we received the text from Kayak, our flight was already gone. I’ll never use Kayak again and will go direct to the airlines in the future.

There were five broken seats on the plane. The crew was very rude in telling people they had to get off the plane and get a flight the next day. No call for volunteers, but telling people they had to get off. One woman was flying with her elderly mother and daughter and was told she had to leave or all three had to leave. Fortunately, a volunteer offered to stay. The situation was handled poorly.

They lost my luggage and it didn’t get delivered until the next day.

3 hours late. Not even water offered on a 2.25 hour flight.

I have long legs, my foot was out in the aisle and when a flight attendant came walking by and I didn't notice, instead of saying "excuse me" or anything like that, she kicked my foot. Extremely rude

Cabin was roomy enough to easily slide my carry on under the seat in front of me!

Good experience but the snacks are not gluten free, so I cannot eat them.

I didn’t like anything, being platinum pro get you absolutely nowhere and does not increase the customer service treatment whatsoever anymore. My flight was canceled and they put me on a flight eight hours later that would’ve got me back in the middle of the night. They could’ve easily move me up to an hour Prior on an earlier flight. My second flight was unreasonable to take, the third flight was also canceled due to mechanical issues like the first flight. I don’t know what’s going on with American, but they are falling apart, after seven flight changes I finally got home, Unreasonable.

Since you have to pay for overhead bags then they shouldn't be running out of space and asking individuals who paid to remove stuff from the overhead

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

Book with frontier airlines with the mentality that they'll cancel your flight, kick you off and lose your luggage. Anything besides that is a win. Compare prices with other airlines (to include luggage) and if frontier is still worth it, book it but know all of their policies.

You get what you pay for nothing essentially but a hard uncomfortable seat that doesn’t recline and kids screaming all around you and chaotic boarding and limited check bag weight allowance when compared to other airlines

I never got to experience the flight because they delayed my first flight and I missed this one. Then Frontier didn't want to help me rebook a flight to get me to my final destination.

The Boarding process in Denver was chaotic, and since the line was so long, we were lined up very far from the gate. If there were any announcements from the gate staff, we didn't hear them. The flight attendants were spectacular. The only negative part of the flight was sitting by a 2 1/2 year old who was unruly and unfortunately had parents that matched his behaviors. Also, the restaurants in Denver on the E concourse, they didn't have food (passengers could only order 1 item on the entire menu) or the restaurants had 12-14 people waiting for orders to be prepared and another 6 people waiting to order. If you have a layover in Denver and need to grab food, be prepared to visit the shops with pre-packaged sandwiches, or you can visit another concourse but it may take a while to transit throughout the airport.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

Although an hour and a half early was told by staff at check in they had overbooked and could not check us in for the flight.

The crew was delayed because they came on another flight that was delayed due to weather 10pm flight left at 1.30 am The airline made no effort to align alternate crew

Plane was down graded and I lost my uncharged exit row with more leg room. No mention or offer of refund from podium. Flight attendant was nice to explain this happens often and that I could request a refund via online form submission. I did this and have heard nothing back.

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