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$69 Find Cheap Flights from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh

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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Raleigh (DCA-RDU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Reagan-National to Raleigh 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 Reagan-National to Raleigh

Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 3:02 pmDCA-RDU
1h 18mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 11:46 amRDU-DCA
1h 15mnonstop
$144American Airlines
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Fri, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 2
Delta Logo
10:05 pm - 11:15 pmDCA-RDU
1h 10mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:15 amRDU-DCA
1h 15mnonstop
$157Delta
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 11:15 pmDCA-RDU
1h 15mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 7:30 amRDU-DCA
1h 20mnonstop
$158Delta
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Sat, Jul 5 - Fri, Aug 29
American Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 9:47 amDCA-RDU
1h 27mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 7:15 pmRDU-DCA
1h 20mnonstop
$178American Airlines
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Mon, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 29
JetBlue Logo
5:10 pm - 11:59 pmDCA-RDU
6h 49m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
5:45 pm - 10:58 pmRDU-DCA
5h 13m1 stop
$237JetBlue
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Thu, Jul 24 - Sat, Jul 26
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:22 pmDCA-RDU
6h 22m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:27 amRDU-DCA
4h 27m1 stop
$246United Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 11:05 pmDCA-RDU
7h 25m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 12:10 pmRDU-DCA
6h 00m1 stop
$248Southwest
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Wed, Jul 23 - Wed, Jul 30
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:22 pmDCA-RDU
6h 22m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:25 pmRDU-DCA
6h 25m1 stop
$259United Airlines
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Mon, Jul 21 - Thu, Jul 24
JetBlue Logo
5:10 pm - 11:59 pmDCA-RDU
6h 49m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
5:45 pm - 10:59 pmRDU-DCA
5h 14m1 stop
$266JetBlue
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Fri, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 12
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 10:05 pmDCA-RDU
6h 30m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 11:10 amRDU-DCA
4h 40m1 stop
$339Southwest
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Expert advice for your flight from Reagan-National to Raleigh

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for budget travel; compare total costs with Main Cabin fares.


Use Main Cabin Extra for early boarding and complimentary drinks on short flights.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights.


Choose Comfort Plus for extra legroom; consider seat location over middle seats.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Airports
DCA

DCA is easy to reach via the metro line, taking less than 30 minutes from downtown D.C. to the terminal.

Read more about DCAby Ramsey Qubein
RDU

RDU offers convenient taxi services with RDU Taxi, available curbside at both terminals for easy city access.

Read more about RDUby Jessica Macdonald
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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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Jessica Macdonald

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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KAYAK's insights & trends for Reagan-National to Raleigh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Reagan-National to Raleigh 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 Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Raleigh on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh, 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh is July, where tickets cost $237 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are September and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $347 and $288 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh, 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
High seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$69
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh

When to book flights from Reagan-National to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reagan-National to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh was $69 for a one-way ticket and $144 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Reagan Washington National Airport and Raleigh?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    On your way to Raleigh, you’ll fly out from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. You’ll be landing at Raleigh-Durham.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    Delta, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Reagan Washington National Airport and Raleigh, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    There are nonstop flights from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, Delta or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are Delta and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $217 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $271 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Raleigh from Reagan Washington National Airport 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 Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    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 to Reagan Washington National Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Reagan Washington National Airport and RDU 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 Reagan Washington National Airport to Raleigh?

    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 from Reagan Washington National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Raleigh

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $98 or less one-way and $195 or less round-trip.

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

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Raleigh-Durham.
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Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Reagan-National to Raleigh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. 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 Reagan-National to Raleigh? 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.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7965 reviews
7.3Food
7.9Entertainment
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
8.2Boarding
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There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

8.0 ExcellentBrian, Jun 2025LAX - SFO
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There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

Flight was an hour late, who knows why. It was OK, nothing outstanding.

Only not having an assigned seat was an issue. Rest was great

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Boarding was organised and relaxed. Crew were fantastic! Seats were lacking padding causing butt pain and stiffness.

I like for how they process during check in. It was very smoothly.

The flight was scheduled for 2:30 PM. Early in the morning we got a text message saying the flight was delayed and rescheduled for 3:00 PM. We got to the airport with that in mind. Then we got a message during check-in at the flight was rescheduled again for 2:30 PM. We almost missed our flight. In fact, our bags Were told that they would not make it. At the end, everything worked out. But it is very stressful.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

Excellent check-in. Crew was good. Excellent communication from flight deck.

Great overall. There was a bit of turbulence so they could only serve water because too much turbulence for the carts. Was glad they prioritized safety though

They are still charging me after taking 466 and 833 for round trip from AR to to Bradley airport from 19 to 21. Then poor experience. Am hurt and I will say it on social media. Please stay away from this airline. I see in my bank account they are still taking 644. Am trying to stop it. I used to fly United airlines and I suggest that if you don't want extra charges and good service you go back there. American airlines delayed my flight again and I was late for my meeting, no recompensation but charging me over and over.

They changed our Gate 5 times, and concourse twice. Changed our seats twice.

Pitch was very small. Knees were on the seat back in front of me.

There were five broken seats on the plane. The crew was very rude in telling people they had to get off the plane and get a flight the next day. No call for volunteers, but telling people they had to get off. One woman was flying with her elderly mother and daughter and was told she had to leave or all three had to leave. Fortunately, a volunteer offered to stay. The situation was handled poorly.

Wonderful as usual except for other guests that were unruly and not kept in check by the Crew.

The flight was initially delayed, then cancelled. American Airlines says the cancellation was weather related, though the actual weather was not bad in both Washington and Providence and between. There were very few cancellations that day. In fact, AA2120 from Washington, DC to Boston flew with a minor delay at about the same time. So, the weather somehow affected only this particular flight AA5230. The next available flight was the following morning. The American Airlines refused to reimburse accommodation (hotel at DCA)

Fine. On time, cabin service was fine, bag arrived. All good. Flying into DCA so did not collide with any helicopters, which is also good. Horrid incident that could have and should have been prevented.

Good experience but the snacks are not gluten free, so I cannot eat them.

Standard. No different than a discount carrier on a short trip.

Everything was great. Boarding, early departure, early arrival, and deplaning were smooth. Smooth flight.

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