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Cheap flights from Sydney to Raleigh from $859

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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — RDU
16 Sep — 23 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Raleigh

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 August 2026.

Mon 24/809:10 -
1 stop21h 50m
Mon 31/814:07 -
2 stops26h 58m
Deal found 13/8$1,539
Mon 24/810:20 -
1 stop24h 14m
Mon 31/817:33 -
1 stop23h 22m
Deal found 13/8$1,564
Wed 4/1111:20 -
1 stop21h 46m
Tue 17/1118:06 -
1 stop22h 54m
Deal found 16/8$1,665
Wed 4/1111:20 -
1 stop21h 46m
Tue 17/1118:06 -
1 stop22h 54m
Deal found 16/8$1,672
Thu 5/1111:20 -
2 stops24h 18m
Mon 23/1118:06 -
1 stop22h 54m
Deal found 14/8$1,709
Mon 30/1120:30 -
2 stops34h 33m
Tue 8/1218:06 -
1 stop22h 54m
Deal found 17/8$1,724
Mon 21/909:15 -
2 stops27h 03m
Tue 20/1015:08 -
2 stops25h 42m
Deal found 14/8$1,733
Wed 2/1211:20 -
2 stops28h 13m
Sun 13/1210:30 -
2 stops27h 50m
Deal found 17/8$1,740
Thu 17/909:15 -
1 stop22h 34m
Sun 4/1018:59 -
1 stop21h 51m
Deal found 16/8$1,741
Fri 16/1010:10 -
1 stop21h 39m
Fri 30/1020:33 -
1 stop21h 27m
Deal found 13/8$1,769
Sun 8/1114:05 -
1 stop20h 33m
Sun 22/1118:06 -
1 stop22h 54m
Deal found 14/8$1,776

Find flight deals from Sydney to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Raleigh (RDU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,665

One-way from

$859

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,472
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/11-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 40m total
  • Sydney to Raleigh
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 24/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • Sydney to Raleigh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($309 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Raleigh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 August 2026.
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SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

11:20-18:38

2 stops23h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 17/11

16:46-09:00

2 stops24h 14m

$1,665

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

11:20-18:11

2 stops22h 51m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 16/11

14:12-09:00

2 stops26h 48m

$1,797

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/10

10:10-18:18

2 stops23h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 30/10

20:33-09:00

1 stop21h 27m

$1,799

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

11:50-22:30

1 stop26h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 21/11

10:00-09:20

3 stops31h 20m

$1,802

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 18/9

09:30-23:26

2 stops27h 56m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 25/9

17:28-06:55

1 stop23h 27m

$1,872
Fastest return journey

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 18/9

10:20-16:27

1 stop20h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/10

17:26-06:55

1 stop23h 29m

$1,880

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

11:50-21:02

2 stops25h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 12/12

18:27-06:20

1 stop43h 53m

$2,098

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

06:55-15:56

2 stops25h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 20/11

06:15-06:25

1 stop32h 10m

$2,145

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/1

11:20-12:18

2 stops40h 58m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 31/1

18:46-08:15

2 stops45h 29m

$2,152
Cheapest one-way

SydneyRaleigh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - RDU Raleigh-Durham

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

10:20-14:07

3 stops41h 47m

$924

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Raleigh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Raleigh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Raleigh (average of $1,122). Flying from Sydney to Raleigh in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,174). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Raleigh?

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Raleigh flights typically cost between $1,388 and $1,586 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,665 on American Airlines (4 Nov–17 Nov).

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 17 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Raleigh, such as Qantas Airways,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,083 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

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
1,083 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,083 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

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
10,106 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,083 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

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
11,946 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,083 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

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!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Raleigh?

    American Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Sydney to Raleigh in just under 23h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 22m. Sydney and Raleigh are separated by a distance of 15493 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Raleigh round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $693. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,166 and $1,221, respectively. American Airlines is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Raleigh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Raleigh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Raleigh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Raleigh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Raleigh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Raleigh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Raleigh (average of $1,122). Flying from Sydney to Raleigh in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,174). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Raleigh

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Raleigh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$693Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,166Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,221Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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