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Cheapest round-trip
$423
Typical prices: $746-$1,024
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/21Sat 10/27
RDU - LIH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$218
Typical prices: $385-$484
Alaska Airlines
Sat 11/17
RDU - LIH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Lihue. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 29% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $847 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 12h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Lihue (RDU-LIH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Lihue

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:00 am - 11:23 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
34h 23m1 stop Los Angeles
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11:07 am - 5:41 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
24h 34m1 stop San Diego
$423Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:22 pm - 11:35 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
24h 13m1 stop San Diego
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11:07 am - 5:41 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
24h 34m1 stop San Diego
$423Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:22 pm - 11:35 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
24h 13m1 stop San Diego
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11:07 am - 5:41 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
24h 34m1 stop San Diego
$423Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 3:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
15h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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7:30 pm - 3:57 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
14h 27m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$435United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
9:50 am - 7:14 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
15h 24m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:53 pm - 11:54 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$435Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 7:14 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
18h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:53 pm - 12:28 amLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$435Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:04 am - 7:19 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
18h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:48 pm - 7:03 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
16h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$435Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19
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6:06 pm - 1:16 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
24h 10m1 stop Los Angeles
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2:53 pm - 10:25 amLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
14h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
$499American Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 5:04 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
13h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:30 pm - 3:19 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$511United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 20
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LIH Lihue
14h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:35 pm - 10:59 pmLIH  Lihue-RDU Raleigh-Durham
19h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$533American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Lihue flights

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Lihue, it is 26% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Lihue?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Lihue at $645 round-trip.
•December ($1,068) and November ($979) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Raleigh to Lihue flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$218
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Lihue

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Lihue based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Raleigh to Lihue flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Lihue usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Lihue (LIH).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Raleigh to Lihue.

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 17% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Raleigh to Lihue route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $670 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,068, a difference of $398. 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 popular places can I visit in Lihue?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lihue are Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Park. These are among the most viewed places in Lihue on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Lihue?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Lihue takes 0h 00m, covering 4,831 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh to Lihue 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 $423 to $3,730. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Lihue are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $354, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 47m, compared with 13h 38m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 13h 56m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Lihue?

    Lihue is 6 hours behind Raleigh (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lihue Airport (LIH)?

    Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Raleigh to Lihue flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Lihue range from $746 to $1,024, with an average of $902 over the past 12 months. Anything below $746 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Lihue flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $670 - about $398 less than Thursday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Lihue trip for February. Fares historically average $645 round-trip in that month - typically $423 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lihue Airport.
    - Kaua'i Palms Hotel
    - Marriott's Kauai Lagoons - Kalanipu'u
    - Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club

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