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Cheapest round-trip
$264
Typical prices: $400-$586
Breeze Airways
Wed 11/14Sun 11/18
RDU - LNK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$139
Typical prices: $378-$539
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/21
RDU - LNK • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $396 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Lincoln (RDU-LNK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Lincoln

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:05 am - 5:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
11h 44m1 stop Orlando
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6:29 pm - 7:18 amLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 49m1 stop Orlando
$264Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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5:26 pm - 5:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
25h 23m1 stop Orlando
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6:29 pm - 8:57 amLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 28m1 stop Orlando
$321Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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1:00 pm - 5:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
5h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:13 am - 5:41 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:10 am - 2:28 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
9h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:30 am - 1:44 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$336United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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10:28 am - 5:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
8h 14m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:03 pm - 11:43 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$342United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:05 am - 5:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
11h 44m1 stop Orlando
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2:50 pm - 1:58 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 08m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$367Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
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7:29 am - 2:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:58 pm - 10:40 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:00 am - 2:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:26 am - 2:57 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$374American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:00 am - 2:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
10h 18m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:58 pm - 11:41 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:00 am - 2:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LNK Lincoln
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:26 am - 7:36 pmLNK  Lincoln-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$379American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Lincoln flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Raleigh to Lincoln?

United Airlines ($331) and American Airlines ($374) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Lincoln according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Raleigh to Lincoln flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$139
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Lincoln

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Your Raleigh to Lincoln flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Lincoln:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Lincoln?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Raleigh to Lincoln. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 28m and 6h 40m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Lincoln flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Lincoln range from $400 to $586, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $400 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh to Lincoln 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 $264 to $1,361. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Lincoln are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $206, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Lincoln Airport (LNK)?

    Lincoln Airport (LNK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Avis
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Payless
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Lincoln usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Lincoln (LNK).

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

    Connecting flights from Raleigh to Lincoln most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Raleigh to Lincoln. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $400 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $668, a difference of $268.

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

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 28m, compared with 6h 40m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Lincoln?

    Lincoln is 1 hour behind Raleigh (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Lincoln 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $400, about $268 less than Friday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Lincoln trip for December. Fares historically average $380 round-trip in that month - typically $421 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lincoln Airport.

    • Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lincoln Airport
    • Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

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