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$1,044+ 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 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RDU
7 Jun — 14 Jun1
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 8 May 2026.

Tue 4/809:10
SYD
-
RDU
1 stop21h 36m
American Airlines
Tue 22/918:08
RDU
-
SYD
1 stop22h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,414
Tue 4/809:30
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops26h 29m
Air New Zealand
Tue 22/916:51
RDU
-
SYD
2 stops24h 04m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$1,445
Tue 4/809:30
SYD
-
RDU
2 stops24h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 22/910:05
RDU
-
SYD
3 stops30h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,446
Tue 4/809:10
SYD
-
RDU
1 stop21h 36m
Qantas Airways
Tue 22/918:08
RDU
-
SYD
1 stop22h 57m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,579

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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 8 May 2026.

Return from

$1,414

One-way from

$1,044

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,130
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/8-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 33m total
  • Sydney to Raleigh
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16/6
  • 16/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 46m total
  • Sydney to Raleigh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($318 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

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SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

09:10-16:46

1 stop21h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 22/9

16:43-07:05

2 stops24h 22m

$1,421

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

09:30-19:31

2 stops24h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 22/9

10:05-06:55

3 stops30h 50m

$1,446

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

09:10-18:39

2 stops23h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 22/9

18:08-07:05

1 stop22h 57m

$1,668

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

09:15-23:57

2 stops28h 42m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 17/9

15:15-06:50

2 stops25h 35m

$1,696
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

09:15-00:27

2 stops29h 12m

$1,233

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

06:25-06:34

2 stops38h 09m

$1,251

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/6

08:45-06:34

2 stops59h 49m

$1,261

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

20:35-15:24

3 stops56h 49m

$1,356

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/6

06:00-05:40

3 stops37h 40m

$1,371

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 18/6

09:10-06:34

1 stop35h 24m

$1,750

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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 8 May 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
1,033 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,033 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,033 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,693 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,033 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,669 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,033 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

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 $161, while return flights cost around $271.

  • How much is a return flight to Raleigh?

    A return flight to Raleigh will typically cost around $274, however they can be found for as little as $271.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Raleigh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Raleigh, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 30 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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