$33 Cheap Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (RDU-EWR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $33 for one-way flights and $74 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 18
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$74 Roundtrip, just found
$74
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Raleigh to New York, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $74 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$82 Roundtrip, just found
$82
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Raleigh to New York, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $82 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 9 - Thu, Aug 14
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$83 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Raleigh to New York, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $83 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Jul 20 - Thu, Jul 31
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$85 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$85
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jul 20 from Raleigh to New York, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $85 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 21
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$87 Roundtrip, just found
$87
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from Raleigh to New York, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $87 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 9
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$91 Roundtrip, just found
$91
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from Raleigh to New York, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $91 just found
United
Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$119 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Raleigh to New York, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $119 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$124 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Raleigh to New York, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $124 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 13
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Raleigh to New York, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $159 just found
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Jul 26 - Fri, Aug 1
RDU
Raleigh
EWR
New York
$253 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Jul 26 from Raleigh to New York, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $253 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh (RDU) to New York (EWR)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $70 - $126 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
Origin airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Destination airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$74
Distance
416 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 41 mins

Raleigh to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Raleigh to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Raleigh to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport: 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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $33 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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport 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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport 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 Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) start at $66. 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 July 26 2025 and touching down at EWR. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from RDU to EWR?
The cheapest flights from RDU to EWR 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 Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
You can fly nonstop from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from RDU to EWR?
Journey from RDU to EWR with Spirit Airlines. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $33. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from RDU on August 9 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Daily, an average of 7 direct flights operate from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Choose the departure that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The 12 PM departures from RDU to EWR are the top choice for many travelers. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from RDU to EWR?
If you jet off on a Thursday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
What is the earliest flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The first flight of the day leaving Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) is at around 6:17AM UTC-5. Catch this flight and you'll arrive at Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) at approximately 7:59AM UTC-5. The entire trip takes 1h 42m.
How long does it take to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Flights from RDU to EWR have an average travel time of 1 hour and 41 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 420 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
To avoid potential delays on the Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Newark from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Come in for landing at any of these Newark airports following your direct flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU):

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
  • Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from RDU to EWR often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a RDU to EWR flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a RDU to EWR flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
It's generally possible to reschedule or cancel your RDU to EWR flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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