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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $345-$585
American Airlines
Sat 1/20Fri 1/26
RDU - SAF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$389
Typical prices: $308-$482
American Airlines
Thu 1/4
RDU - SAF • 1 stop
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 35% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $463 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe (RDU-SAF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Santa Fe

Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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2:13 pm - 7:26 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:11 pm - 12:13 amSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 20
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4:41 pm - 9:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:00 am - 5:06 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:24 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
8h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:05 pm - 9:02 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 9:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 9:10 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 7:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
9h 43m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 9:10 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$365American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 20
American Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 5:01 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
8h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:06 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$365American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:24 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
8h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:05 pm - 11:33 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$366United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 7:26 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:11 pm - 11:57 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$366American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 7:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
9h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 7:52 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$368American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 7:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
7h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 3:54 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$368American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Santa Fe flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe start at $359. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $345 to $585. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Santa Fe, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 45% 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 Santa Fe?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Santa Fe at $284 round-trip.
•June ($1,060) and March ($613) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 273% 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 Santa Fe flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$389
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Raleigh to Santa Fe

When to book flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe?

    Flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Santa Fe (SAF).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Raleigh to Santa Fe route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $349 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $642, a difference of $293. 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 long is a flight from Raleigh to Santa Fe?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Raleigh to Santa Fe. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 21m and 8h 17m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh to Santa Fe?

    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 Santa Fe 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 $359 to $2,232. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Santa Fe are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $389, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 21m, compared with 6h 36m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 17m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Santa Fe?

    Santa Fe is 2 hours behind Raleigh (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Fe Airport (SAF)?

    Santa Fe Airport (SAF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • National

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe range from $345 to $585, with an average of $440 over the past 12 months. Anything below $345 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Santa Fe 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $349 - about $293 less than Sunday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Santa Fe trip for September. Fares historically average $284 round-trip in that month - typically $776 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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