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Cheapest round-trip
$254
Typical prices: $186-$346
Frontier
Tue 11/20Thu 11/22
RDU - BOS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $111-$246
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/31
RDU - BOS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta, JetBlue and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 06m
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $189 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Boston (RDU-BOS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Boston

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 10:11 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
28h 11m1 stop Orlando
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9:25 am - 11:40 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 15mnonstop
$254Frontier
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:20 am - 8:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
2h 10mnonstop
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9:25 am - 11:40 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 15mnonstop
$254Frontier
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:43 pm - 9:29 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
13h 46m2 stops Birmingham Fort Lauderdale
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12:39 pm - 11:57 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$256Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:43 pm - 9:29 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
13h 46m2 stops Birmingham Fort Lauderdale
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12:39 pm - 11:57 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$257Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:00 am - 7:58 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
1h 58mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 5:48 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 48m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$260JetBlue
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:00 am - 7:59 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
1h 59mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 5:49 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 49m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$261JetBlue
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:34 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Delta Logo
10:45 am - 7:21 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 36m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$263Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
3:36 pm - 11:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 49m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Delta Logo
10:45 am - 7:21 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 36m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$263Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 11:47 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 17m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 10:25 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$307American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 9:32 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BOS Boston Logan Intl
3h 28m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 11:59 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 24m1 stop Philadelphia
$362American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Boston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Boston typically range from $186 to $346. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $254, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Boston. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Boston at $198 round-trip.
•July ($315) and June ($290) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Boston the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Boston are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% 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 Raleigh to Boston

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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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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Blane Bachelor

Expert on BOS

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.

Key details for Raleigh to Boston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$133
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Boston

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Your Raleigh to Boston 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 Raleigh to Boston?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:06 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 10:56 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 06m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Boston:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Boston?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Boston takes 2h 06m, covering 611 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh to Boston?

    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 Raleigh to Boston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Boston range from $186 to $346, with an average of $264 over the past 12 months. Anything below $186 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $264 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $189 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $265 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Frontier: 88% on time
    • Delta: 86% on time
    • JetBlue: 82% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time on average.

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

    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 Raleigh to Boston?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue and Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

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

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

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh to Boston changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $254 to $1,076. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Raleigh to Boston flights:

    • JetBlue
    • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Boston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $146, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?

    Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Boston usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

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

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

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

    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 Raleigh to Boston route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 22m.

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

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

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Raleigh to Boston. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $249 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $298, a difference of $49.

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

  • What airlines fly from Raleigh to Boston?

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

    • Delta
    • JetBlue
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h, compared with 4h 16m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 4h 17m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What popular places can I visit in Boston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boston are TD Garden, Fenway Park and Boston Common. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Raleigh to Boston flights:

    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • 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 Raleigh to Boston flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • 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.

  • Which RDU Terminal should you use for this route?

    Raleigh-Durham International Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 is used by Avelo, Breeze and Southwest Airlines. Other airlines use Terminal 2.

  • Is there a car rental service at BOS?

    Yes. All car rental desks are in Boston Logan’s Rental Car Center. Free shuttle buses run every 5 to 6 minutes from each terminal’s lower level.

  • How can I get from Logan International Airport (BOS) to other MetroWest cities around Boston?

    The Logan Express is a fast, inexpensive option for travel from BOS to nearby Boston suburbs. Buses pick up at each terminal and serve five destinations: Back Bay, Braintree, Framingham, Danvers and Woburn. Tickets are free for children traveling with an adult family member and for active-duty military personnel. Parking at Logan Express lots is also an affordable alternative to parking at the airport.

  • Can I pick up the T train at Boston Logan Airport (BOS)?

    Yes, Blue Line trains on the T, Boston's subway system, stop at Airport Station. Massport's free #22, #33 and #55 shuttle buses run between each Logan Airport terminal and Airport Station throughout the day and evening whenever the T is operating.

  • Where are the ATMs at BOS?

    Multiple ATMs are located on both the landside and airside of each terminal.

  • Is there a dedicated quiet room at RDU?

    Yes, RDU has a Meditation Room in Terminal 2 on the ticketing level before security. It is a quiet space for reflection, meditation and prayer.

  • What facilities are available for families traveling with young children at RDU?

    For families traveling with infants, RDU has Mamava private nursing areas in each terminal. The Terminal 1 Mamava Nursing Pod is across from Gate A6 and the Terminal 2 pod is near Gate C8.

  • Are there any services for members of the US armed forces at RDU?

    The USO of RDU Center provides services to active-duty and retired members of the US armed forces and their families. Some services include use of computers, free snacks and beverages, comfortable seating and television areas and a children’s play area. The USO of RDU entrance is on the Ticketing Level of Terminal 2, near the Meeting Place.

  • What services does RDU offer for travelers with disabilities?

    Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) offers accessible parking areas and mobility devices are allowed through security. Service animal relief areas are located in both terminals. Volunteer Ambassadors are also available at RDU. TSA Cares can provide an officer to meet travelers after check-in and accompany their group through the screening process.

  • What services are available for travelers with disabilities at BOS?

    At Raleigh-Durham International Airport, wheelchairs and other mobility aids are permitted through the security checkpoint and service animals are allowed. Wheelchair assistance can be requested when a reservation is made.

  • What airline lounges are located at RDU?

    There are three airline lounges at RDU, all in Terminal 2. The American Airlines Admiral’s Club and Delta Sky Club are near Gate C3, while the United Club is across from Gates D1 and D3.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Boston 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $249, about $49 less than Sunday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Boston trip for February. Fares historically average $198 round-trip in that month - typically $117 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Frontier. Over the past three months, 88% of Frontier flights from Raleigh to Boston arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 22m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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 $189 round-trip on this route - about $76 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 Boston Logan Intl Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
    • Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
    • Hilton Boston Logan Airport
  • Heading to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from Raleigh? RDU is 11 miles northwest of the city. If you're using public transit, take GoTriangle Route 100 or the RDU shuttle bus from the Regional Transit Center to Terminals 1 and 2.
  • For downtown Boston, head to the Silver Line SL1 outside any terminal instead of relying only on taxis. Boston Logan International Airport serves Boston and is about 4 miles from the city center.
  • At Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), the terminals are on either side of the ParkRDU Central garage. If you need to move between them, take the Park Economy 3 shuttle bus from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 or use the Park Express shuttle from Terminal 2 to Terminal 1.
  • If you're traveling through Boston Airport with kids, you can use the nursing rooms in every terminal. You can also plan a stop at one of the three Kidport play areas in Terminals A, B and C.
  • If you'd rather drive to Raleigh airport, you can choose from four parking options.
  • If you're traveling for business through Raleigh-Durham International Airport, use the self-check-in kiosks in Terminals 1 and 2. Terminal 2 also has U.S. Postal Service facilities and you can use the Wi-Fi and power outlets next to seating units.

Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Boston?

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

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Boston Logan Intl

Monday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

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Tuesday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

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Wednesday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

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Thursday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Friday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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Direct returns

Boston Logan Intl to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Friday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,JetBlue,Frontier

Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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