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$803+ Cheap flights to Raleigh

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RDU
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Raleigh in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 August 2026.

Wed 4/1111:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops49h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1113:00
RDU
-
SYD
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$1,339
Tue 4/809:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops26h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 22/906:00
RDU
-
SYD
2 stops35h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,340
Wed 4/1111:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops25h 13m
Air Canada
Tue 17/1106:00
RDU
-
SYD
3 stops35h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/8$1,349
Mon 21/909:20
SYD
-
RDU
3 stops28h 39m
Air Canada
Tue 20/1010:40
RDU
-
SYD
3 stops30h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/8$1,363
Thu 17/909:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops50h 11m
Air Canada
Tue 20/1009:10
RDU
-
SYD
2 stops32h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,375
Tue 22/909:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops42h 47m
Air Canada
Thu 22/1009:10
RDU
-
SYD
2 stops32h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,377
Thu 17/909:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops50h 11m
Air Canada
Wed 21/1010:40
RDU
-
SYD
3 stops30h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,382
Tue 15/909:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops26h 11m
Air Canada
Mon 19/1009:10
RDU
-
SYD
2 stops32h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/8$1,383
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
RDU
3 stops50h 11m
Air Canada
Sun 18/1009:10
RDU
-
SYD
2 stops56h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,386
Thu 17/909:20
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops50h 11m
Air Canada
Sat 17/1019:45
RDU
-
SYD
3 stops69h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,389

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Find the latest flights to Raleigh in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 2 August 2026.

Return from

$1,339

One-way from

$803

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May

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January

Average price

$1,511
4/11-17/11
  • 4/11-17/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 48m total
  • Sydney to Raleigh
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5/9
  • 5/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 21m total
  • Sydney to Raleigh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

09:10-00:29

2 stops29h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 17/9

06:35-07:05

2 stops34h 30m

$1,481
Fastest return journey

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:15-17:49

1 stop22h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 14/10

19:26-07:50

1 stop21h 24m

$1,605

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

09:10-17:03

1 stop21h 53m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 17/9

16:57-07:05

2 stops24h 08m

$1,649

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

09:30-16:27

2 stops44h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 19/9

17:00-06:55

2 stops47h 55m

$1,675

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

11:50-20:51

1 stop25h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 29/12

18:36-09:20

1 stop22h 44m

$1,730

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

11:50-16:31

1 stop20h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 15/12

09:20-09:20

2 stops32h 00m

$1,730

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

12:00-21:04

1 stop23h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 13/10

16:56-06:55

1 stop22h 59m

$1,794
Cheapest one-way

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

07:20-21:41

3 stops52h 21m

$806
Fastest single journey

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

09:15-17:38

1 stop22h 23m

$1,096

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

09:15-17:38

1 stop22h 23m

$1,100

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Raleigh?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Raleigh are American Airlines, United Airlines and Qantas Airways.

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Raleigh. Reviews last updated 2 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as Qantas Airways,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,074 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,074 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,074 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,074 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,847 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,074 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!

FAQs about flying to Raleigh

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Raleigh?

    If you book a flight to Raleigh, you will be flying into Raleigh-Durham, which is the city’s only airport. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is located 17.8 km from the centre of Raleigh.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Raleigh if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Raleigh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Raleigh?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Raleigh.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Raleigh?

    Raleigh-Durham is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Raleigh. One-way flights to Raleigh-Durham typically cost $166, while return flights cost around $279.

  • How much is a return flight to Raleigh?

    A return flight to Raleigh will typically cost around $282, however they can be found for as little as $279.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Raleigh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Raleigh, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Raleigh-Durham have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Raleigh-Durham can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Raleigh-Durham?

    Yes. Raleigh-Durham has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek is the closest property to Raleigh-Durham (1.6 km away from Raleigh-Durham).

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