Question 1

How long is the flight to Raleigh?

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The duration of your flight to Raleigh depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously any flights that include a layover will also be longer. The most popular routes to Raleigh on KAYAK are from New York, which takes 1h 40m, Newark, which takes 1h 41m, Miami, which takes 2h 07m, and Los Angeles, which takes 4h 48m.

Question 2

What is the cheapest flight to Raleigh?

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The flight route New York to Raleigh was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $38. Also in the last 3 days, Boston was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Raleigh with one-way tickets at $34 and $38 round-trip. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

Which airlines fly to Raleigh?

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Many airlines fly to Raleigh, the most common ones being Delta, American Airlines, and Southwest. See the amount of flights per week for popular airlines flying to Raleigh. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Raleigh-Durham-RDU">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

How far is Raleigh from central Raleigh?

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The distance between Raleigh and downtown Raleigh is 11 miles. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Raleigh-Durham-RDU">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What is the name of Raleigh’s airport?

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There is only 1 airport in Raleigh, called Raleigh (RDU). It can also be referred to as Raleigh Durham, Raleigh-Durham, or Raleigh–Durham Intl. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Raleigh-Durham-RDU">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

How many cities have direct flights to Raleigh?

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From the United States, there are direct flights to Raleigh from 37 cities. The city with the most direct flights is New York, with 276 direct flights each week.

Question 7

Are there nonstop flights from major U.S. hubs to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)?

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Yes, there are over 50 regular nonstop flights from US hubs to RDU. For west coast departures, consider Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). For those in the Midwest, consider flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) or St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). Those in the Northeast may consider Boston Logan Airport (BOS) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

Question 8

How do I get to and from the airport?

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Triangle Transit Route 100 connects the airport to the Triangle Transit Regional Transit Center, where you can transfer to other buses that will take you to Raleigh, Durham, and Cary. Additionally, you can always catch a free shuttle to and from car rental service locations. Taxis and app-based ridesharing options (such as Uber and Lyft) are also common choices for travelers.

Question 9

Does Raleigh Airport (RDU) have lounges?

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RDU has four main lounges in Terminal 2. The Delta Air Lines Sky Club is near Gate C3, requires a lounge membership for access, and is open from 4:30 am to 7:45 pm most days. The American Airlines Admirals Club is also near Gate C3, allows payment at the door, and is open from 4:30 am to 8 pm daily. The United Club is near Gates D1 and D3, allows payment at the door, and is open from 5 am to 7:30 pm daily. Lastly, the USO North Carolina lounge is open 24 hours.

Question 10

Are there onsite hotels at Raleigh Airport (RDU)?

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There are no onsite hotels at RDU. However, plenty of hotels are within a short drive, and most of them offer free airport shuttle services. For example, Hyatt Place, Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek, Cambria Hotel & Suites, Country Inn & Suites, and Tru by Hilton are all only a few minutes away.

Question 11

Does Raleigh Airport (RDU) have accessibility services?

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Yes, Raleigh Airport complies with ADA standards by having accessible restrooms, water fountains, lifts, and other services. In addition, it features accessible parking on all levels of its parking garages and provides an accessible shuttle that operates between the economy lots and the terminals. Wheelchairs are available upon request, but it’s advisable to request them before arrival.

Question 12

What facilities does Raleigh Durham Airport (RDU) have available for children and families?

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There are educational displays near the Observation Deck, and a grass lawn provides space for running around. In addition to the Observation Deck, there is an adjacent play area for children.

Question 13

What nearby hotels offer complimentary shuttle service?

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If you find yourself in a pinch and sleeping in the airport does not appeal to you, consider checking out a few of the convenient hotels nearby that offer free shuttles: Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport, Cambria Hotel & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport, and, if you need transportation to a business within five miles, Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport.

Question 14

What is there to do while at Raleigh-Durham Airport?

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One great option for travelers at Raleigh-Durham Airport is to indulge in a manicure or other spa treatments right at the airport. XpresSpa and Na’Sah’s Nail & Spa offer a variety of options. This is especially beneficial if your flight to Raleigh marks the beginning of a business trip. After the spa, you will be relaxed and ready to hit the ground running.

Question 15

How much is a flight to Raleigh?

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On average, a flight to Raleigh costs $179. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $17 and departed from Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly to Raleigh?

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Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Raleigh is Friday where tickets can be as cheap as $262. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where prices are $326 on average.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to Raleigh?

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The cheapest month for flights to Raleigh is May, where tickets cost $127 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $229 and $226 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is January with an average price of $182.

Question 18

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Raleigh?

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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 to Raleigh. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Raleigh-Durham-RDU">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Raleigh?

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KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Raleigh-Durham-RDU">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Raleigh?

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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 Raleigh with an airline and back with another airline. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Raleigh-Durham-RDU">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Raleigh?

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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 Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Raleigh-Durham-RDU">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

How much is a flight to Raleigh?

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On average, a flight to Raleigh costs $179. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $17 and departed from Milwaukee. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Orlando to Raleigh which costs $89 on average, and New York to Raleigh, which costs $168 on average.

Question 23

Which airline offers the most flights to Raleigh?

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Of the 11 airlines that fly to Raleigh, Delta offers the most flights, with around 475 per week, followed by American Airlines with 407 flights per week.

Question 24

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Raleigh?

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The cheapest time of day to fly to Raleigh is generally in the evening, when flights cost $216 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Raleigh is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $231.

Question 25

How far in advance should I book a flight to Raleigh?

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To get a below average price, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 77 days before departure.

Question 26

How many direct flights to Raleigh are there each day?

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There are around 239 direct flights from within United States to Raleigh every day. Most flights depart in the morning, with 8:00 am the most common departure time and 45% of flights departing in the morning.

Question 27

How many direct flights to Raleigh are there each week?

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Each week there are around 1,671 direct flights from within United States to Raleigh. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 28

What is a good deal for flights to Raleigh?

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If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Raleigh, 25% of our users found tickets to Raleigh for the following prices or less: From West Palm Beach $53 one-way - $94 round-trip, from Manchester $69 one-way - $119 round-trip, from Jacksonville $81 one-way - $183 round-trip.

Question 29

How many long-haul flights are there to Raleigh each week?

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Each week, there are 88 medium-haul flights (3-6 hour flight duration) and 1,512 short-haul flights (up to 3 hour flight duration) to Raleigh. There aren't any long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration).

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