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Cheapest round-trip
$97
Typical prices: $168-$566
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/9Sat 9/19
RDU - CMH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$58
Typical prices: $125-$199
Breeze Airways
Sat 10/3
RDU - CMH • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 1h 27m
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Cheapest • Avg $259 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 36m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Columbus (RDU-CMH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Columbus 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 Raleigh to Columbus

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 19
Breeze Airways Logo
4:59 pm - 6:27 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
1h 28mnonstop
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7:26 pm - 8:51 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
$97Breeze Airways
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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4:59 pm - 6:27 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
1h 28mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
7:26 pm - 8:51 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
$97Breeze Airways
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 5:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
11h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 8:51 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
$121Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16
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6:05 am - 5:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
11h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 8:51 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
$121Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 12
Delta Logo
5:34 am - 11:22 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
5h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:07 pm - 10:19 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$189Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
Delta Logo
8:53 am - 1:16 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
4h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:44 pm - 11:12 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$189Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 12:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
6h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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12:55 pm - 7:15 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$191Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:15 am - 12:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
6h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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12:55 pm - 7:15 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$191Southwest
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
6:12 am - 11:58 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
5h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:35 amCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$246American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 11:36 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
3h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 10:18 amCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$257American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Columbus flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Columbus Airport from Raleigh usually cost between $168 and $298 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $97 on Breeze Airways (Sep 9-Sep 16).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Columbus on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Raleigh to Columbus. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport, 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport is April, where tickets cost $208 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $296 and $278 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

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.

No, with an average price for the route of $230, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport, 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$58
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Columbus

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Columbus 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 Raleigh to Columbus flights

  • How many flights are there between Raleigh and Columbus Airport per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Raleigh and lands in Columbus Airport, with an average flight time of 1h 27m. The most common departure time is 9:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 5 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Columbus Airport was $58 for a one-way ticket and $97 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Raleigh to Columbus flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Columbus?

    The Airbus A220-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Raleigh to Columbus flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Columbus?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Columbus, Breeze Airways or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Columbus are Breeze Airways and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $211 and an overall rating of 8.2, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $316 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Columbus?

    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 Raleigh to Columbus.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Columbus from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Columbus?

    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 Columbus with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and CMH 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 Raleigh to Columbus?

    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 Columbus from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $69 or less one-way and $168 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Columbus?

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

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Columbus

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Columbus to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Breeze Airways

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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