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Cheapest round-trip
$181
Typical prices: $204-$384
American Airlines
Mon 8/31Sat 9/5
RDU - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$118
Typical prices: $159-$318
Frontier
Mon 8/31
RDU - DCA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 25m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Reagan-National (RDU-DCA)

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

Mon, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:29 am
RDU
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DCA
1h 29mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:33 am - 10:07 am
DCA
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RDU
1h 34mnonstop
$181American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 5:15 pm
RDU
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DCA
1h 23mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:00 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 15mnonstop
$181American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
Delta Logo
6:01 am - 7:19 am
RDU
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DCA
1h 18mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:59 am - 9:13 am
DCA
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RDU
1h 14mnonstop
$181Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
Delta Logo
3:44 pm - 5:04 pm
RDU
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DCA
1h 20mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:59 am - 9:13 am
DCA
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RDU
1h 14mnonstop
$181Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 5:15 pm
RDU
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DCA
1h 23mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:00 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 15mnonstop
$181American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
Delta Logo
3:44 pm - 5:09 pm
RDU
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DCA
1h 25mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:58 am - 9:10 am
DCA
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RDU
1h 12mnonstop
$181Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
JetBlue Logo
6:45 pm - 10:59 pm
RDU
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DCA
4h 14m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
6:30 am - 12:33 pm
DCA
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RDU
6h 03m
1 stop
$242JetBlue
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
JetBlue Logo
3:55 pm - 9:50 pm
RDU
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DCA
5h 55m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
4:59 pm - 11:28 pm
DCA
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RDU
6h 29m
1 stop
$243JetBlue
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8
Frontier Logo
4:02 pm - 4:59 pm
RDU
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DCA
24h 57m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 5:22 pm
DCA
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RDU
23h 22m
1 stop
$379Frontier
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22
Frontier Logo
7:54 pm - 12:11 pm
RDU
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DCA
16h 17m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 12:29 am
DCA
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RDU
30h 29m
2 stops
$381Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Reagan-National flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Raleigh usually cost between $199 and $309 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $181 on Delta (Sep 11-Sep 14).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Reagan Washington National Airport on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Raleigh, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is August, where tickets cost $239 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $386 and $342 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 48% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Raleigh to Reagan-National

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Jessica Macdonald

Expert on RDU

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flight from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Raleigh to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Reagan-National 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 Reagan Washington National Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport was $118 for a one-way ticket and $181 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and Reagan Washington National Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Reagan Washington National Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., Delta or JetBlue?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. are Delta and JetBlue. With an average price for the route of $291 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. JetBlue is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $222 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reagan Washington National Airport 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 Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and DCA 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 Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $228 or less one-way and $289 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

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

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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