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

• Earliest: departs at 8:55 am and lands at 10:40 am
• Latest: departs at 10:49 pm and lands at 12:34 am.

The flight takes about 1h 45m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Cleveland takes 1h 45m, covering 416 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Cleveland range from $135 to $265, with an average of $196 over the past 12 months. Anything below $135 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $196 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $170 round-trip, compared to $261 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $55–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $135 to $1,053. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Raleigh to Cleveland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $157, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Thrifty

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

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

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 Cleveland route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 05m.

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

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Raleigh to Cleveland. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $174 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $234, a difference of $60.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Frontier operates flights between Raleigh and Cleveland.

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 3h 45m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 3h 46m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Some of the most popular sights in Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Raleigh to Cleveland flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection

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

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.

When flying from RDU to CLE, consider booking an airline with a layover city most preferable, as your airline determines the city you fly into. The most common single layovers by flights traveling the RDU-CLE route include Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) BY American Airlines, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) by Delta Air Lines, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) by United Airlines.

When flying from Raleigh to Cleveland, you can fly an eco-friendly flight by airlines, including United Airlines and American Airlines. Flights traveling to Cleveland from Raleigh release roughly 915 lbs of carbon. However, United Airlines has reduced carbon emissions by 62%, while American Airlines has 52% fewer carbon-emitting flights. These airlines have fuel-efficient airplanes, use sustainable fuels, and engage in waste reduction.

If you are traveling with a pet from Raleigh to Cleveland, consider flying Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines, which allow small dogs and cats to travel in the cabin. The airlines have a pet and carrier weight limit of up to 20 lbs. However, consider booking American Airlines, which has a higher carrier dimension allowance of up to 19 x 13 x 9 inches. The airlines ensure the safety of your pet by securing the pet under the seat during the flight.

There are various transit options that you can use from CLE to the downtown region; however, the best public transport option is the train. The airport is linked to Tower City Station in the downtown area via Red Line rail service. The rail service departs from the Red Line rail station outside the baggage claim area every 15 minutes taking about 30 minutes to get to downtown Cleveland.