$49 Cheap Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale (RDU-FLL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $98 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 7
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$98 Roundtrip, just found
$98
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $98 just found
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 10
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$103 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Jul 10, priced at $103 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jun 13 - Mon, Jun 16
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$103 Roundtrip, just found
$103
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 13 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $103 just found
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Jul 2 - Sat, Jul 5
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$107 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $107 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jun 30 - Wed, Jul 9
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$108 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 30 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Wed, Jul 9, priced at $108 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 5 - Mon, May 12
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$109 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 5 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $109 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 10
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$113 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Jul 10, priced at $113 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 2 - Fri, May 23
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$115 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $115 found 11 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 10
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$118 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Jul 10, priced at $118 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jul 2 - Fri, Jul 11
RDU
Raleigh
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$134 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale, returning Fri, Jul 11, priced at $134 found 1 hour ago
Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Origin airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Destination airport
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$98
Distance
682 mi

Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

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 Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale: 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 Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

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 Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 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 Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale 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 Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale 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 much does a flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) cost?
You can book cheap return tickets starting at $88 from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving RDU on May 5 2025 and touching down at FLL. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from RDU to FLL?
The cheapest flights from RDU to FLL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
Fly straight to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL). 4 carriers operate nonstop flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU), including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • JetBlue Airways
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from RDU to FLL?
With tickets starting at $39 for a one-way journey from RDU to FLL, Spirit Airlines is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from RDU on May 5 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
With an average of 3 nonstop flights that operate from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) daily, you’ll be taking off on vacation soon enough.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
More passengers fly between RDU and FLL at 7 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and it’s possible you’ll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from RDU to FLL?
Jet off on a Friday if you’re looking for the best selection of flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL).
What is the earliest flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 7:15AM UTC-5, heading out of Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). You’ll be traveling for around 2h 15m, arriving at Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) at approximately 9:30AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
The average flight time from RDU to FLL is 2 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of 680 mi.
What airline has the least delays from RDU to FLL?
Delta Air Lines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL), with an on-time rating of 84%. Use the Expedia App to check your journey status before you head off and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
To avoid possible delays on the Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Fort Lauderdale from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) offers direct flights to Fort Lauderdale. Here are a few of the airports you can fly to without stopovers:

  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA)
  • Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)
  • Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from RDU to FLL are generally more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you’re flexible with your travel plans, you may find a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a RDU to FLL flight and hotel package?
Securing a RDU to FLL flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your RDU to FLL flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you’d like further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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