$46 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Raleigh (CMH-RDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $46 for one-way flights and $92 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$92 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $92 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Sun, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$97 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $97 found 19 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$102 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $102 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 15
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$107 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $107 found 19 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Mon, Aug 25 - Sun, Aug 31
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$112 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $112 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Mon, Aug 25 - Sun, Aug 31
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$134 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $134 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$137 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $137 found 19 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $177 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$177 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $177 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $81 - $380 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$91
Distance
361 mi

Columbus to Raleigh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbus 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 Columbus to Raleigh are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Columbus to Raleigh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus to Raleigh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $46 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 much does a flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
Cheap return flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) start at $92. 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 Breeze flight leaving CMH on July 17 2025 and touching down at RDU. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CMH to RDU?
The cheapest flights from CMH to RDU 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
You can fly directly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) on a Breeze Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CMH to RDU?
With fares starting at $46 for a one-way journey from CMH to RDU, Breeze is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CMH on September 26 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
On average, you can take your pick of 2 nonstop flights taking off from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) per week. If you don't see one that fits your schedule, consider catching a flight that includes a layover. Customize your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops and choose the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
More people fly between CMH and RDU at 5 PM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to RDU?
Fly on a Thursday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:19PM UTC-5, heading out of John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). You'll be flying for about 1h 19m, arriving at Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) at approximately 6:38PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The average flight time from CMH to RDU is 1 hour and 19 minutes, covering a distance of 360 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CMH to RDU?
With 88% of flights usually arriving on time, Breeze Airways has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). To keep track of your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
To avoid possible delays on the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) route, aim to 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 Raleigh from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Check out your flight options from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). This is the only Raleigh airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from CMH to RDU shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to RDU flight and hotel package?
Opting for a CMH to RDU flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
If you reserved your CMH to RDU flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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