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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $239-$458
Frontier
Tue 11/20Sat 11/24
RDU - IAH • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$160
Typical prices: $240-$470
Frontier
Sat 12/29Mon 12/31
RDU - IAH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 3h 14m
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RDU - IAH
Cheapest • 8% average savings
RDU - HOU
Most popular
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 43% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $184 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Houston (RDU-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Houston

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
Frontier Logo
10:11 am - 12:19 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 08mnonstop
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5:01 am - 8:57 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
26h 56m1 stop Orlando
$157Frontier
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31
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6:19 pm - 3:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
22h 23m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:52 am - 12:36 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 44mnonstop
$157Frontier
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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9:46 pm - 7:57 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 11m1 stop Orlando
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8:52 am - 12:36 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 44mnonstop
$167Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Thu, Dec 31
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9:46 pm - 7:57 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 11m1 stop Orlando
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8:52 am - 12:36 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 44mnonstop
$169Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 8:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 14mnonstop
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12:01 pm - 3:44 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 43mnonstop
$195United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:16 am - 8:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 14mnonstop
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12:01 pm - 3:44 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 43mnonstop
$195United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
5:25 pm - 7:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 05mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 10:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 35mnonstop
$195Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:25 pm - 7:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 05mnonstop
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2:55 pm - 6:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 30mnonstop
$195Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 11:58 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:10 am - 1:59 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$215Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
5:07 am - 9:25 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:29 pm - 10:17 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$215Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Houston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Houston typically range from $239 to $458. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Houston. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Houston?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Houston at $194 round-trip.
•June ($383) and March ($377) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 97% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Houston the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Houston are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Raleigh to Houston

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on IAH

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Jessica Macdonald

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.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Key details for Raleigh to Houston flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$74
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from Raleigh to Houston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Houston 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 Houston flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Raleigh to Houston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Raleigh to Houston:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:14 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 11:34 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 14m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Houston:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Houston?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Houston takes 3h 14m, covering 1,049 miles.

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

    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 Houston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Houston range from $239 to $458, with an average of $343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $239 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Raleigh to Houston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $343 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Raleigh to Houston?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $184 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $353 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Raleigh to Houston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Raleigh to Houston spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Raleigh to Houston flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Raleigh to Houston flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Raleigh to Houston route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Houston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $93, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Houston?

    Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) — daily rates averaging $40:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) — daily rates averaging $69:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Ace

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Houston usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Raleigh to Houston. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $410, a difference of $82.

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

  • What airlines fly from Raleigh to Houston?

    3 airlines operate flights between Raleigh and Houston. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 54m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 55m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Houston?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Raleigh to Houston flights?

    Among airlines operating Raleigh to Houston flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Raleigh to Houston flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Houston 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $328, about $82 less than Sunday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Houston trip for January. Fares historically average $194 round-trip in that month - typically $189 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $184 round-trip on this route - about $169 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

    • Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

    Near Houston Hobby Airport

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    • Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    • Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Houston?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Houston, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Houston

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Houston to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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