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Cheapest round-trip
$73
Typical prices: $98-$182
Frontier
Tue 11/6Tue 11/13
MCO - RDU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$51
Typical prices: $75-$172
Breeze Airways
Mon 11/5
MCO - RDU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways, Southwest and others. Average duration is 1h 52m.
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Most punctual • 90% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Raleigh (MCO-RDU)

 

Cheap flights from Orlando to Raleigh with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Frontier Logo
7:25 am - 9:17 amMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 52mnonstop
Frontier Logo
9:30 pm - 11:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 55mnonstop
$73Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
Frontier Logo
9:47 pm - 11:35 pmMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 48mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 8:05 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
2h 05mnonstop
$74Frontier
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 8:58 pmMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 51mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:46 pm - 11:41 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 55mnonstop
$75Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 8:58 pmMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 51mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:47 pm - 11:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 55mnonstop
$81Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
Breeze Airways Logo
4:10 pm - 6:10 pmMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 00mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
9:46 pm - 11:41 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 55mnonstop
$97Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
Breeze Airways Logo
7:00 am - 9:00 amMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 00mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
9:46 pm - 11:41 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 55mnonstop
$98Breeze Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 6:30 pmMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 25m2 stops Louisville Intl Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
6:00 pm - 7:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 55mnonstop
$141Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 6:30 pmMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 25m2 stops Louisville Intl Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 10:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
6h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$151Southwest
Thu, Jan 28 - Fri, Feb 12
Delta Logo
8:59 pm - 10:45 pmMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 46mnonstop
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 7:41 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 56mnonstop
$197Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 10
Delta Logo
9:30 am - 11:16 amMCO  Orlando-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 46mnonstop
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 7:41 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-MCO Orlando
1h 56mnonstop
$197Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Orlando Airport to Raleigh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh typically range from $98 to $182. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $73, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Raleigh. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 52% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Raleigh at $103 round-trip.
•December ($147) and November ($144) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Orlando to Raleigh

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier, Delta and MCO

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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

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.

Key details for Orlando Airport to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$51
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 16% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Orlando Airport to Raleigh

When to book flights from Orlando to Raleigh

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Your Orlando Airport 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 Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:28 am and lands at 7:20 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 12:47 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 52m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from Orlando Airport to Raleigh takes 1h 52m, covering 535 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh range from $98 to $182, with an average of $135 over the past 12 months. Anything below $98 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Orlando Airport to Raleigh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $135 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $135 round-trip, compared to $355 via a layover through Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

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

    • Breeze Airways: 90% on time
    • Delta: 85% on time
    • Frontier: 84% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to Raleigh flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 10%, and night flights for 10%.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $74, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

    Flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

    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 Orlando Airport to Raleigh route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

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

    Most connecting flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh pass through Charlotte Douglas (CLT), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $117 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $206, a difference of $89.

    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 Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

    4 airlines operate flights between Orlando Airport and Raleigh. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Breeze Airways
    • Southwest
    • Delta
    • Frontier

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention 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 Orlando Airport to Raleigh flights?

    Among airlines operating Orlando Airport to Raleigh flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 Orlando Airport 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
    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: 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.

  • Are there any onsite hotels at Orlando International Airport?

    The closest hotel to Orlando International Airport is the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport. It is conveniently located inside the airport, providing travelers with the perfect place to stay the night before flying out. One of the main upsides of staying here is that you will not have to deal with a stressful commute to get to the airport.

  • Which accessibility services are available at Raleigh Durham International Airport?

    Raleigh-Durham International Airport has an array of accessibility services available to passengers with reduced mobility. For example, each level of the parking garage has handicapped designated parking spaces and a shuttle bus compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. In addition to that, there are designated service animal relief areas as well as a TTY unit on every information desk.

  • Which airlines have a lounge at Orlando International Airport?

    Orlando International Airport has six lounges where you can hang out as you wait to board your plane. These lounges feature a wide range of amenities, including free snacks and beverages, free Wi-Fi, a working station, TVs and magazines, and comfortable seating. Most of them are only open to club members, but you can also pay for one-time use. The Club MCO and the USO Lounge are in Terminal A, while The Delta Sky Club, Admirals Club, and United Club are located in Terminal B.

  • How far is the city center from Raleigh Durham International Airport?

    The Raleigh City Center is about 15 miles away from RDU airport. Public transport provides the cheapest way to get there, although it can be quite inconvenient, especially if you have tons of luggage as you’ll have to switch buses at some point along the trip. To get to the city center, board the 305 bus from Terminal 2 at RDU Airport. This bus goes towards Cary Station, where you’ll descend and take the Piedmont 76 towards Raleigh Union Station, which is in the heart of the city center.

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $117, about $89 less than Sunday fares (43% 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 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to Raleigh trip for February. Fares historically average $103 round-trip in that month - typically $44 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Breeze Airways. Over the past three months, 90% of Breeze Airways flights from Orlando Airport to Raleigh arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 83%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 04m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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’re traveling with a pet, you should know that Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) airport has animal relief areas at both terminals. While they are primarily designated for service animals, anyone with a pet is free to use the relief areas.
  • While onsite parking is available in abundance at Orlando International Airport (MCO), take the time to look at off-site parking options. In most cases, the off-site garages and parking lots charge lower long-term parking prices than the parking lots inside the airport.
  • If you want a little more leg room on your flight, consider booking with Delta Airlines. Unlike other airlines with a 28” seat pitch, flights by Delta have a 31” seat pitch which is relatively more comfortable.
  • If you need wheelchair assistance at Orlando International Airport, make sure you inform your airline during booking. They will mark your ticket as “requires special assistance,” which will alert the airport officials to provide you with exactly what you need.
  • If you want to use the shuttle service from RDU airport to your hotel, make sure you book in advance via the website or through calling. This way, you are guaranteed that it’ll be waiting for you immediately after you land.

Prefer to fly direct from Orlando Airport to Raleigh?

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

Direct departures

Orlando to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Friday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to Orlando

Monday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Friday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

Breeze Airways,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Breeze Airways,Delta, +2 more

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