$48 Cheap Flights from Orlando (MCO) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Raleigh (MCO-RDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $48 for one-way flights and $75 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 12
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$75 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$75
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $75 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$88 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $88 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$92 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $92 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 29
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$96 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $96 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$99 Roundtrip, just found
$99
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $99 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 8
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$100 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $100 found 3 days ago
Breeze Airways
Sat, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 17
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$102 Roundtrip, just found
$102
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $102 just found
Delta
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 29
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $137 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 29
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $137 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
MCO
Orlando
RDU
Raleigh
$182 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Orlando to Raleigh, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $182 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Orlando (MCO) to Raleigh (RDU)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $207 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Raleigh

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. RDU. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $114
RDU
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $114
Flights from Orlando (MCO) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
Orlando Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$64
Distance
534 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 54 mins

Orlando to Raleigh Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Orlando to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando to Raleigh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $48 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 Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
You can score cheap return fares from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) starting at $95. Book a seat and be on your way. 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 Frontier Airlines flight leaving MCO on August 9 2025 and touching down at RDU. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MCO to RDU?
The cheapest flights from MCO 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 Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Skip the layovers and travel straight from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) with 3 carriers, including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • Frontier Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MCO to RDU?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from MCO to RDU is Breeze. You can take off on this route from $51. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MCO on October 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
With, on average, 6 direct flights that operate from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) each day, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
More people fly between MCO and RDU at 11 AM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCO to RDU?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the earliest flight from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)'s first flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) departs at approximately 5:05AM UTC-5. With a travel duration of 1h 49m, you'll touch down at around 6:54AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 47 minutes to cover the 540 mi from MCO to RDU.
What airline has the least delays from MCO to RDU?
With 100% of journeys typically landing on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Opt for a flight from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh, Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from MCO to RDU are generally more expensive. To lock in the best rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may find a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a MCO to RDU flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a MCO to RDU flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
If you reserved your MCO 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 ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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