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Everything you should know

Nonstop flights
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You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 40m
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IAH - RDU
Cheapest • 14% average savings
HOU - RDU
Most popular
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 37% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $292 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 12m (one-way)
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Raleigh flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Raleigh. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Raleigh at $187 round-trip.
•June ($402) and September ($360) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 114% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Raleigh are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Houston to Raleigh

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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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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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Key details for Houston to Raleigh flights

Low season

September
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 13% increase in travelers.

When to book flights from Houston to Raleigh

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:30 am and lands at 10:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:55 pm and lands at 11:35 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 40m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston to Raleigh:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Raleigh takes 2h 40m, covering 1,049 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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 Houston to Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Raleigh range from $197 to $423, with an average of $295 over the past 12 months. Anything below $197 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 35% above the $295 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $294 round-trip and layover options via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) at $292.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Houston to Raleigh spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston to Raleigh flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Houston to Raleigh flights?

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

  • 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

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

    Flights from Houston to Raleigh may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 88% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Houston to Raleigh. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $277 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $371, a difference of $94.

    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 airlines fly from Houston to Raleigh?

    3 airlines operate flights between Houston and Raleigh. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 12m, compared with 4h 54m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 10m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Raleigh?

    Raleigh is 1 hour ahead of Houston (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Houston to Raleigh flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston to Raleigh flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: 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 Houston 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
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: 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.

Your guide to booking Houston 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $277, about $94 less than Monday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Raleigh trip for January. Fares historically average $187 round-trip in that month - typically $215 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $292 round-trip on this route - about $1 less than direct flights (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
    • Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek

Prefer to fly direct from Houston to Raleigh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston to Raleigh-Durham Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to Houston

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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