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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$142
Typical prices: $298-$391
Frontier
Sat 8/22Mon 8/24
MCI - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$279
Typical prices: $177-$348
Delta
Sat 11/7Tue 11/10
MCI - RDU • Non-stop
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Southwest includes a free carry-on; Delta adds free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members.
Choose Southwest Rapid Rewards for flexible redemptions; Delta SkyMiles earns on travel.
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You can fly direct with Delta and Southwest. Average duration is 2h 29m
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Cheapest • Avg $303 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 51m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Raleigh (MCI-RDU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kansas City 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Raleigh

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
5:00 pm - 11:59 pm
MCI
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RDU
5h 59m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 10:41 am
RDU
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MCI
5h 36m
1 stop
$142Frontier
Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31
Frontier Logo
11:26 am - 8:32 am
MCI
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RDU
20h 06m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 10:41 am
RDU
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MCI
5h 36m
1 stop
$143Frontier
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 5:50 pm
MCI
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RDU
29h 24m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 10:41 am
RDU
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MCI
5h 36m
1 stop
$180Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 5:50 pm
MCI
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RDU
29h 24m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:11 pm - 10:41 am
RDU
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MCI
13h 30m
1 stop
$186Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2
Delta Logo
7:15 pm - 10:54 pm
MCI
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RDU
2h 39mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 9:52 am
RDU
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MCI
2h 52mnonstop
$279Delta
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Delta Logo
7:15 pm - 10:54 pm
MCI
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RDU
2h 39mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 9:52 am
RDU
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MCI
2h 52mnonstop
$279Delta
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 8:55 pm
MCI
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RDU
4h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 9:45 am
RDU
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MCI
4h 00m
1 stop
$299Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 9:05 pm
MCI
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RDU
3h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 9:45 am
RDU
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MCI
4h 00m
1 stop
$299Southwest
Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Aug 27
American Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 9:59 pm
MCI
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RDU
4h 43m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 9:45 pm
RDU
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MCI
6h 49m
1 stop
$299American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 24
American Airlines Logo
9:22 am - 2:57 pm
MCI
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RDU
4h 35m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:49 am
RDU
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MCI
6h 49m
1 stop
$299American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Kansas City to Raleigh flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Kansas City to Raleigh departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Raleigh from Kansas City usually cost between $298 and $391 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $142 on Frontier (Aug 22-Aug 24).

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

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Raleigh?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh is October, where tickets cost $264 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $457 and $398 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Kansas City 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 $321 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 53% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to Raleigh

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

Stefanie Waldek

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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 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.

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.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on MCI

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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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$72
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 25% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Raleigh

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

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kansas City to Raleigh?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kansas City to Raleigh was $72 for a one-way ticket and $142 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Kansas City to Raleigh. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kansas City to Raleigh?

    On your way to Raleigh, you’ll fly out from Kansas City. You’ll be landing at Raleigh-Durham.

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

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kansas City to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Kansas City to Raleigh?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kansas City to Raleigh?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Kansas City and Raleigh, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

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

    There are nonstop flights from Kansas City to Raleigh on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kansas City to Raleigh are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $357 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $344 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Raleigh from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City with another airline. Booking your flights between Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $214 or less one-way and $308 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Kansas City to Raleigh?

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

Direct departures

Kansas City to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to Kansas City

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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