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$79 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$175
Overall average: $242
Delta
Thu 1/15Sun 1/18
RDU - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$79
Typical prices: $122-$317
JetBlue
Tue 2/3
RDU - DCA • 1 stop
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Delta's Comfort Plus offers extra legroom for comfort.
DCA's metro line provides quick access to downtown.
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When to book
5 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 40% 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Reagan-National

Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:19 am
RDU
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DCA
1h 19mnonstop
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 6:19 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 19mnonstop
$175Delta
Thu, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 31
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2:40 pm - 9:45 pm
RDU
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DCA
7h 05m1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:50 pm
DCA
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RDU
7h 50m1 stop
$176JetBlue
Wed, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 4
American Airlines Logo
11:44 am - 12:54 pm
RDU
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DCA
1h 10mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:59 pm - 10:10 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 11mnonstop
$179American Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
JetBlue Logo
1:25 pm - 7:59 pm
RDU
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DCA
6h 34m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
11:30 am - 4:05 pm
DCA
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RDU
4h 35m1 stop
$186JetBlue
Fri, Dec 26 - Mon, Dec 29
American Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 11:32 am
RDU
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DCA
1h 12mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:02 pm - 6:27 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 25mnonstop
$194American Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Jan 30
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 4:20 pm
RDU
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DCA
1h 17mnonstop
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10:00 pm - 11:13 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 13mnonstop
$197Delta
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 12:00 pm
RDU
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DCA
4h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 11:13 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 13mnonstop
$200Delta
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
Delta Logo
1:01 pm - 6:59 pm
RDU
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DCA
5h 58m1 stop
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8:00 am - 9:20 am
DCA
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RDU
1h 20mnonstop
$204Delta
Mon, Dec 22 - Sat, Dec 27
Delta Logo
12:10 pm - 1:25 pm
RDU
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DCA
1h 15mnonstop
Delta Logo
2:10 pm - 3:32 pm
DCA
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RDU
1h 22mnonstop
$209Delta
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:49 am
RDU
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DCA
1h 19mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 2:04 pm
DCA
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RDU
4h 04m1 stop
$214American Airlines
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.

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 Friday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Raleigh, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Tuesdays 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 $199 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $259 and $256 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 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Raleigh to Reagan-National

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for budget travel; restrictions include late boarding and no seat assignment until check-in.


Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, often worth the upgrade for comfort.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights; sign up onboard if needed.


Delta's Comfort Plus seats provide up to three extra inches of legroom, enhancing comfort on short flights.

Airports
RDU

RDU offers free Wi-Fi for 48 hours, ensuring connectivity even during delays. Power outlets are available at seating clusters in all boarding areas.

DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the metro line, reaching the terminal in under 30 minutes from downtown D.C., avoiding traffic hassles.

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Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport was $79 for a one-way ticket and $175 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?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Reagan Washington National Airport, with Star Alliance 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 United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $237 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $184 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • 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 $148 or less one-way and $239 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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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Raleigh to Reagan-National

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Raleigh to Reagan-National? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8011 reviews
7.9Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

10.0 ExcellentRonda, Dec 2025
JAX - JFK
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The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

We had a lot of really rough weather but that was not Delta's fault. Pilot was amazing.

First, Delta needs more flights to/from Miami. Second, a 1000pm leaving at 1230pm is unacceptable from their biggest airport world hub. Another aircraft could have been used such as the aircraft scheduled to be used in the morning for that exact same route. Yes, I did get me there but the lack of sleep the next day didn't help me enjoy my entire trip since I was busy with activities during the weekend. This can be and is expected from Spirit (going bankrupt) and Frontier (despite they're nickel and dimers). But from Delta's World Hub? That's totally unacceptable!

The food is terrible. The same pasta or chicken with bad taste and presentation

It was probably one of the worst flights I’ve been on. The restrooms were never cleaned or stocked. The food was very subpar, and i usually enjoy airline food, so I was disappointed. It was just all around a bad experience. The only saving grace was the flight attendants.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Great crew, excellent landing, good food. Over all great experience. Thank you!

One bag is incorrect and not acceptable for an international flight. The food was not just good. I won't fly with them again.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Crew was dismissive. Snacks and refills not offered. Poor business class experience. Bed not comfortable compared to Emirates or BA.

Flight was delayed for 5 hours because crew didn’t have enough time to rest - this seems like it could have been avoided with better scheduling. Food was not good.

IAD with the archaic people movers is just a place to be avoided.

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing enough and the care I received on the flight was astounding.

Horrible. Both legs of my flight were delayed more than 6 hours. No compensation, no screens on the plane, and the plane was not clean.

Flight delayed and missed connection. Rescheduled flight cancelled after 6 hrs wait. Rerouted thru ORD, flight cancelled, overnight stay in ORD. Still in the air on new flight!

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

Initial flight was cancelled at the time of arrival to the airport, flight alternative requires switching from direct to flight with a layover, and the plane felt like it would split apart, it was so rattle-y.

This flight never occurred because AA couldn’t get their act together.

Weather delay for 2.5 hours followed by half hour crew delay, did not have ginger ale, uncomfortable seats

It was nobody’s fault - but the plane came 4-hrs late and we were updated randomly in 20-30 mins increments which left us hostage to sit and wait expectantly. It was very long and got very late. Our plane didn’t land until nearly 1 am! Also the toilet wasn’t working. The hosts were nice enough but were clearly “about to pass out” as one told me. Lastly, there was no snack or even time for it. Just a bad experience overall.

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

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