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Cheapest round-trip
$377
Typical prices: $384-$650
American Airlines
Mon 12/24Tue 12/25
RDU - SAF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$368
Typical prices: $378-$465
American Airlines
Fri 12/21
RDU - SAF • 1 stop
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 31% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $569 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 36m (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

Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Dec 25
American Airlines Logo
4:52 pm - 9:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
7h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 8:22 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 12:27 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
8h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 8:00 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 7:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:39 am - 3:38 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 7:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:39 am - 3:38 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
American Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 7:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
9h 42m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 8:00 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$383American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 7:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
9h 42m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 9:18 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$383American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 7:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
9h 42m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 9:18 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$383American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Dec 25
American Airlines Logo
4:52 pm - 9:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
7h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 7:40 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 35m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$384American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
United Airlines Logo
6:12 am - 12:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 7:20 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$497United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
8:08 am - 12:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAF Santa Fe
6h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:56 pmSAF  Santa Fe-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$497United 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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe typically range from $384 to $650. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $377, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Santa Fe. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 127% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Santa Fe?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Santa Fe at $334 round-trip.
•June ($1,060) and October ($883) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 217% 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

March

Cheapest flight

$368
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • 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 36m 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe range from $384 to $650, with an average of $483 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $377 to $1,726. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $418, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Santa Fe Airport (SAF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • National

  • 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).

  • 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) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Raleigh to Santa Fe. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,100, a difference of $701.

    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 Santa Fe?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 36m, compared with 6h 49m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $399, about $701 less than Sunday fares (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Santa Fe trip for November. Fares historically average $334 round-trip in that month - typically $726 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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