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Cheapest round-trip
$113
Typical prices: $134-$258
Frontier
Sun 11/25Sun 12/2
CLE - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$146
Typical prices: $115-$227
Frontier
Tue 11/13Fri 11/16
CLE - RDU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Frontier. Average duration is 1h 35m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $184 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cleveland to Raleigh (CLE-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cleveland to Raleigh

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:33 pm - 8:30 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
26h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:44 pm - 3:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
21h 15m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$113Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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9:10 am - 9:02 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 52m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:21 pm - 12:56 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
12h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$114Frontier
Sun, Jan 10 - Mon, Jan 11
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2:06 pm - 12:18 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:22 pm - 11:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
8h 24m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$185Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:18 pm - 1:58 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
17h 40m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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2:00 pm - 11:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
9h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$198Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:34 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:06 pm - 11:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 53m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$257United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
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5:55 am - 1:50 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 55m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
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6:25 am - 12:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 30m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$285Southwest
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
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5:55 am - 1:50 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 55m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
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4:50 pm - 11:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$294Southwest
Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 14
American Airlines Logo
12:21 pm - 5:55 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 4:51 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$371American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 11:50 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
3:03 pm - 8:43 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 40m1 stop Newark
$410United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
American Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 9:50 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
3:37 pm - 9:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 09m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$542American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cleveland to Raleigh flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cleveland to Raleigh?

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Raleigh typically range from $134 to $258. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $113, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to Raleigh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to Raleigh. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Raleigh?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Raleigh at $93 round-trip.
•March ($226) and July ($218) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 143% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cleveland to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from Cleveland to Raleigh are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Cleveland to Raleigh

 
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on RDU

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on CLE

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for Cleveland to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

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Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Cleveland to Raleigh

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Your Cleveland to Raleigh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cleveland to Raleigh?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:18 am and lands at 7:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:24 pm and lands at 9:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 35m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from Cleveland to Raleigh takes 1h 35m, covering 416 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland 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 much should I expect to pay for a Cleveland to Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Raleigh range from $134 to $258, with an average of $190 over the past 12 months. Anything below $134 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cleveland to Raleigh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the $190 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $176 round-trip, compared to $184 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $65–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

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

    One-way fares from Cleveland to Raleigh are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $131.

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

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Cleveland to Raleigh usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $168 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $244, a difference of $76.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    Only Frontier operates flights between Cleveland and Raleigh.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 40m, compared with 3h 41m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 3h 43m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cleveland to Raleigh flights?

    Among airlines operating Cleveland to Raleigh flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cleveland to Raleigh flights?

    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

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

  • What are the best seats to choose on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    For a flight with a layover, it's crucial to pick a comfortable seat to ensure you have a pleasant experience, such as a first-class seat. Most airlines have exit row or bulkhead seats with more legroom. If you are traveling with family, seats located near the front of the plane are quieter and offer faster access to the exit during disembarkation.

  • How do I easily get to Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) from downtown to catch up with my flight to Raleigh?

    The most convenient and fastest option is the Red Line Rapid Transit train, which runs frequently and takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the airport. Alternatively, you can take a taxi, Uber, or Lyft from downtown, which can take around 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Why do I have to upgrade to first class on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    Upgrading to First Class on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh provides numerous benefits, including extra legroom, more comfortable seats, additional luggage allowance, complimentary meals and drinks, priority boarding and security, and access to exclusive lounges. Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines offer First Class on flights between Cleveland and Raleigh.

  • What is the maximum size for carry-on luggage for flights from Cleveland to Raleigh?

    Airlines have different restrictions on size, weight, and the number of bags you can carry on board. For instance, Frontier allows only one carry-on bag, which should not exceed 24” x 10” x 16” in size and 35 lbs in weight. However, the airline can allow you to store your carry-on luggage in an overhead compartment or under your seat.

Your guide to booking Cleveland to Raleigh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $168, about $76 less than Wednesday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to Raleigh trip for February. Fares historically average $93 round-trip in that month - typically $133 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
  • If you are flying from Cleveland (CLE) to Raleigh (RDU) with your family, we recommend booking Spirit Airlines. The airline also allows families traveling with children aged 3 or below to board first. Additionally, you can check a double stroller and bring a child restraint or child harness device approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.
  • Flying with your pet from Cleveland to Raleigh is easy with Frontier. The airline allows pets on board, so long as the pet remains inside the travel container. With American Airlines, your pet can fly as a carry-on or as cargo. Alaska Airlines demands that the pet carrier be leak-proof and adequately ventilated.
  • If you need mobility assistance, consider airlines that offer assistance for passengers with mobility challenges on flights from Cleveland to Raleigh. Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines offer wheelchair and mobility assistance, priority boarding, and special seating arrangements.
  • Traveling eco-friendly will reduce the impact of air travel from Cleveland to Raleigh. Consider an eco-friendly airline, such as Southwest or United Airlines. The airlines are committed to reducing their carbon footprint, with United pledging to become 100% green by 2050 and Southwest significantly reducing emissions through fleet modernization.
  • A layover between Cleveland and Raleigh is an opportunity to explore a new city, even if it is just for a few hours. Consider American Airlines with a layover at Charlotte Douglas or United Airlines with a layover at Chicago O'Hare. In addition, Spirit Airlines offers a layover at Orlando International Airport.

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Raleigh-Durham to Cleveland Hopkins Intl

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