$55 Cheap Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Raleigh (DFW-RDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $55 for one-way flights and $130 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Tue, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 15
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$130 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 8 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jul 15, priced at $130 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 8
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$134 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jul 8, priced at $134 found 10 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 24
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 2 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $137 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 16 - Mon, May 19
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $140 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, May 16 - Mon, May 19
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$147 Roundtrip, just found
$147
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $147 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 19 - Tue, May 27
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$152 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 19 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $152 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 27 - Wed, May 28
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$155 Roundtrip, just found
$155
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $155 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Jun 21 - Tue, Jul 1
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$169 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 21 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jul 1, priced at $169 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Jun 21 - Tue, Jul 1
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$179 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jun 21 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jul 1, priced at $179 found 4 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, May 10 - Sun, May 25
DFW
Dallas
RDU
Raleigh
$277 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Dallas to Raleigh, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $277 found 6 days ago
Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$104
Distance
1059 mi

Dallas to Raleigh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dallas to Raleigh

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Dallas to Raleigh are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dallas to Raleigh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Dallas to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dallas to Raleigh: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Dallas to Raleigh

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Dallas to Raleigh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $55 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Dallas to Raleigh flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Dallas to Raleigh airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from DFW to RDU?
Purchase your ticket with American Airlines and you can expect to be airborne for around 2 hours and 38 minutes. This airline has a direct flight that takes off at 11:19AM from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) and arrives at Raleigh–Durham Airport at 2:57PM. Expedia has flight deals that’ll get you soaring, so check out what’s available on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from DFW Airport to RDU last minute?
Booking your journey from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) at the last minute could save you a tidy sum if you hit the jackpot and find a real steal. However, tickets generally don’t get cheaper as the departure date nears. If you wait, flights could also be booked out or the best seats gone (that could mean the middle seat!). If you’d rather err on the side of caution, book well ahead of when you want to leave. In fact, you can find some of the biggest deals up to a year in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn’t released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airline has the least delays from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Raleigh--Durham Airport?
If you’d rather not be stuck at the departure gate for hours — or worse, have your vacation ruined due to a flight delay — fly with American Airlines. Around 75% of its Dallas Airport to Raleigh–Durham Airport services land on time. You can look up your flight status before you get to the airport through the Expedia App. It also delivers real-time alerts about other helpful info, such as last-minute gate changes and directions to your hotel. Think of it as a travel companion that fits in your pocket!
What airports do you fly into for Raleigh from Dallas?
From Dallas, you can travel to Raleigh via Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU), Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY) and Rocky Mount, NC (RWI-Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional). Research which hub is the right option for you before you make a decision. If you settle on Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU), it’s about 11 mi northwest of the center of the city. Use the dough you save when booking your fare with Expedia to enjoy the city’s well-known sights, such as PNC Arena and North Carolina State Capitol.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
For American Airlines flights setting off from DFW to Raleigh–Durham Airport, the peak period is between 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM. If you’d like to avoid any holdups, book a morning flight. This allows you to avoid the heavy air traffic that builds up around airports later in the day.
Can I change the date of my flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Expedia makes it easy to make amendments to your DFW to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) trip yourself. Access your itinerary via the Expedia Trips portal and hit “change flight.” Browse around for new flights and lock in the one that works best with your plans. You’ll get an estimate of applicable flight change costs. You can also visit our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

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