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Cheapest round-trip
$137
Typical prices: $253-$404
Breeze Airways
Wed 1/10Sun 1/21
SAT - RDU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$68
Typical prices: $137-$257
Breeze Airways
Sun 1/7
SAT - RDU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 2h 55m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $232 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Raleigh (SAT-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Raleigh

Sun, Jan 10 - Thu, Jan 21
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9:50 am - 1:45 pmSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 55mnonstop
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6:35 am - 9:10 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
3h 35mnonstop
$137Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 21
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9:50 am - 1:45 pmSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 55mnonstop
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6:35 am - 9:10 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
3h 35mnonstop
$138Breeze Airways
Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 4
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1:32 pm - 11:43 pmSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 11m1 stop Orlando
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8:00 am - 11:58 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
4h 58m1 stop Memphis
$202Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Fri, Jan 8
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6:47 pm - 11:26 amSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
39h 39m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:20 am - 12:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
4h 58m1 stop Memphis
$214Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31
Frontier Logo
1:27 pm - 10:12 amSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
19h 45m1 stop Orlando
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1:38 pm - 12:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
23h 54m1 stop Orlando
$234Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 31
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12:32 pm - 3:26 pmSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
25h 54m1 stop Orlando
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1:38 pm - 12:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
23h 54m1 stop Orlando
$249Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
6:30 pm - 12:24 amSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:50 pm - 11:31 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$265Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:45 am - 5:59 pmSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 14m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:05 pm - 12:33 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
7h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$265Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 10:01 pmSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 41m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:19 pm - 11:37 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
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4:19 pm - 10:01 pmSAT  San Antonio-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 42m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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10:39 am - 7:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SAT San Antonio
9h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$270United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to Raleigh 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 San Antonio to Raleigh?

Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Raleigh typically range from $253 to $404. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $137, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Raleigh. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Raleigh?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Raleigh at $254 round-trip.
•March ($485) and January ($394) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Antonio to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from San Antonio to Raleigh are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Antonio to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$68
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Antonio to Raleigh

When to book flights from San Antonio to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Antonio to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Antonio to Raleigh 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 San Antonio to Raleigh?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:25 am and lands at 12:20 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:10 pm and lands at 4:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 55m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Antonio to Raleigh.

  • How long is a flight from San Antonio to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from San Antonio to Raleigh takes 2h 55m, covering 1,222 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Antonio to Raleigh?

    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 San Antonio to Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Raleigh range from $253 to $404, with an average of $323 over the past 12 months. Anything below $253 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Antonio to Raleigh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 49% above the $323 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $228 round-trip and layover options via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) at $232.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Antonio to Raleigh?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

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

    One-way fares from San Antonio to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $117, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from San Antonio to Raleigh usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Memphis (MEM) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from San Antonio to Raleigh. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $248 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $366, a difference of $118.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from San Antonio to Raleigh?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between San Antonio and Raleigh.

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

    Flying via Memphis (MEM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 41m, compared with 4h 55m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 4h 56m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the time difference between San Antonio and Raleigh?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Raleigh Convention Center, Lenovo Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating San Antonio to Raleigh flights:

    • Breeze Airways: 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 San Antonio to Raleigh flights?

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

    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 San Antonio to Raleigh 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $248, about $118 less than Saturday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Antonio to Raleigh trip for July. Fares historically average $254 round-trip in that month - typically $231 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.

    • Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    • Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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Direct departures

San Antonio to Raleigh-Durham

Tuesday

Breeze Airways

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Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Thursday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to San Antonio

Tuesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Thursday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Breeze Airways

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