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Cheapest round-trip
$145
Typical prices: $205-$502
Southwest
Sat 9/5Sun 9/6
BWI - RDU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$64
Typical prices: $103-$281
Frontier
Tue 9/8
BWI - RDU • 1 stop
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Delta Comfort Plus adds legroom; SkyMiles members get free Wi-Fi on this route.
United Economy Plus adds more legroom; buy Priority Boarding to protect carry-ons.
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 19m
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Cheapest • Avg $264 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh (WAS-RDU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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7:30 pm - 8:50 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 20mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 7:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 10mnonstop
$145Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:15 am - 4:05 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 50m1 stop Tampa
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5:00 pm - 12:23 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 23m1 stop Tampa
$146Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
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1:55 pm - 10:02 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 07m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tallahassee
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9:35 pm - 8:31 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BWI Baltimore/Washington
10h 56m1 stop Orlando
$146Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:00 am - 12:38 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:56 pm - 11:04 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$146Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
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1:55 pm - 10:02 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 07m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tallahassee
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 8:31 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BWI Baltimore/Washington
10h 56m1 stop Orlando
$147Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
Southwest Logo
7:30 pm - 8:50 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 20mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 7:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 10mnonstop
$157Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 11:11 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 11mnonstop
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3:27 pm - 5:06 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 39mnonstop
$177American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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11:59 am - 1:24 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:08 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 08mnonstop
$177American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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10:05 pm - 11:18 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 13mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:19 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 19mnonstop
$177Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
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7:59 am - 9:12 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 13mnonstop
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2:59 pm - 4:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 16mnonstop
$177Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Raleigh from Washington, D.C. usually cost between $240 and $467 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $145 on Southwest (Sep 5-Sep 6).

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh costs $157 on the route between Baltimore (BWI) and Raleigh (RDU). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 10% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-Raleigh routes. The most popular route is between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) and Raleigh (RDU).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Raleigh on a Saturday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Washington, D.C., you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. 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. 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. to Raleigh is January, where tickets cost $232 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $336 and $331 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $267 on average.

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Expert advice for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

 
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Harriet Baskas

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$64
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh 
TonyFlew with United Airlines-Dec 2025
Bring your own snacks - no food service👍🏼
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Make sure, if you are flying internationally and this is your connecting flight- you have time to get through border control and you will need to claim your baggage and drop it off again.

FAQs for booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

  • How do I get from Raleigh Airport (RDU) to the city center?

    There are several options to get from Raleigh Airport (RDU) to the city center. Taxis are available outside the airport terminal. The approximate cost to the city center is $30. Uber and Lyft are available at RDU airport. The cost to the city center is approximately $20-25. The Raleigh-Durham International Airport is served by the Triangle Transit bus service (Route 100). The bus runs every 30 minutes and takes approximately 45 minutes to reach the city center. The fare is $2.50.

  • What is the luggage allowance on Southwest Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    Southwest Airlines' luggage allowance policy allows passengers to bring one personal item and one carry-on bag for free. The carry-on bag should have a maximum size of 10 × 16 × 24 inches. For flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, the allowance for bags checked into the cargo hold for the lowest fares is two bags weighing up to 50 lbs each.

  • What services does American Airlines offer economy class passengers on flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    American Airlines offers the following services to economy class passengers on their flights including complimentary snacks and beverages, in-flight entertainment, Wi-Fi is available for purchase, and power outlets on flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh.

  • What seat selection options are available on Delta flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    Delta Air Lines offers several seat selection options to its passengers. Delta flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh offer standard economy class seats with a minimum of 31 inches of pitch and 17 inches of width. These seats can be selected during booking or checking in for your flight. Delta also offers preferred seats which offer extra legroom, located in the front of the cabin, and closer to the exit.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh was $64 for a one-way ticket and $145 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    When flying out of Washington, D.C. you will be using one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be landing at Raleigh-Durham.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    There are nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $266 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $240 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Raleigh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Raleigh from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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. to Raleigh

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $188 or less one-way and $242 or less round-trip.
  • JetBlue accepts small cats and dogs only and allows only one pet per passenger on flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Passengers must also notify the airline in advance and present the proper documentation, including a health certificate and proof of vaccinations.
  • If you book connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, you can expect layovers in different cities depending on the airline you chose. Some of these layovers include New York (LGA), Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Boston (BOS), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), and Newark (EWR).
  • Delta offers priority boarding for families traveling with children under the age of 2 on flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh and allows the use of FAA-approved child restraint seats on board the aircraft.
  • United Airlines offers flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh and has partnered with several companies to develop and use sustainable aviation fuel, which has a lower carbon footprint than traditional jet fuel. United Airlines has also installed ground power units at boarding gates to reduce the need for aircraft engines to run on the ground, which helps to reduce emissions.
  • JetBlue Airlines provides various services for people with reduced mobility on flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. This includes wheelchair assistance, which is available at no additional cost for people who require assistance getting to and from the aircraft, boarding and deboarding, and moving through the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

 
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Washington, D.C. to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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