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Cheapest round-trip
$228
Typical prices: $239-$376
American Airlines
Sun 11/25Tue 11/27
DCA - RDU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$118
Typical prices: $205-$365
Frontier
Tue 12/4
DCA - RDU • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 25m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Raleigh (DCA-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Reagan-National to Raleigh

Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:59 pm - 8:25 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 26mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:11 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 11mnonstop
$228American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 2:13 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 34mnonstop
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9:07 pm - 10:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 38mnonstop
$228American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
8:10 am - 9:32 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 22mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:19 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 19mnonstop
$228Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 11:11 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 11mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 10:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 39mnonstop
$228American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
Delta Logo
7:59 am - 9:16 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 17mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 11:34 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$233Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 10:48 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 18mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 11:34 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$233Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
JetBlue Logo
4:45 pm - 10:56 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 11m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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6:00 am - 1:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 45m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$297JetBlue
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 21
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3:05 pm - 8:47 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 42m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:00 am - 12:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 00m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$297JetBlue
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 4:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
6:59 am - 12:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
29h 56m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$340Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 4:06 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
12:21 pm - 12:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
24h 34m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$344Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh typically range from $239 to $376. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $228, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 49% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh at $239 round-trip.
•August ($352) and September ($329) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Reagan-National to Raleigh

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

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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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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.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$118
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 16% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh

When to book flights from Reagan-National to Raleigh

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Your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 7:55 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:40 pm and lands at 12:05 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 25m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh takes 1h 25m, covering 227 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh range from $239 to $376, with an average of $299 over the past 12 months. Anything below $239 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $299 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $298 round-trip, compared to $353 via a layover through New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights, with 29% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 14%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $228 to $1,019. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $146, which is 52% 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 $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh usually depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh pass through?

    Connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh most commonly pass through:

    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 25% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $267 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $447, a difference of $180.

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

  • What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    2 airlines operate flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Raleigh. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    Flying via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 38m, compared with 7h 16m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh flights?

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $267, about $180 less than Sunday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh trip for January. Fares historically average $239 round-trip in that month - typically $113 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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

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

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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