$43 Cheap Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Fort Myers (RSW)

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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Fort Myers (RDU-RSW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $43 for one-way flights and $86 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$86 Roundtrip, just found
$86
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $86 just found
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$91 Roundtrip, just found
$91
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $91 just found
Breeze Airways
Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$94 Roundtrip, just found
$94
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $94 just found
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$96 Roundtrip, just found
$96
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $96 just found
Breeze Airways
Sun, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 18
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$97 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $97 found 2 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $97 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 13
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $188 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sun, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 30
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$217 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $217 found 5 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$234 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $234 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 6
RDU
Raleigh
RSW
Fort Myers
$235 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Raleigh to Fort Myers, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $235 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh (RDU) to Fort Myers (RSW)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $85 - $263 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Fort Myers

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

Select flight to Southwest Florida Intl. RSW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 22 minutes. Flights from $94
RSW
Southwest Florida Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center22 min
Flights from $94
Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Fort Myers (RSW)
Origin airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Destination airport
Southwest Florida Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$85
Distance
669 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 10 mins

Raleigh to Fort Myers Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Raleigh to Fort Myers

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

 

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

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

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 Myers in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $43 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 Myers 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 Myers 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 Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) cost?
Cheap return fares from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) start from $86. 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 RDU on August 17 2025 and touching down at RSW. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from RDU to RSW?
The cheapest flights from RDU to RSW 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 Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)?
When setting off from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU), you can catch a direct flight to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) with Avelo Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from RDU to RSW?
With tickets starting at $43 for a one-way flight from RDU to RSW, Breeze is currently the cheapest airline 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 RDU on October 10 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)?
On average, you can choose from 4 direct weekly flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW). To increase your travel options, consider a flight with a layover. Enter your details on Expedia and then filter your search results to show one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)?
More passengers fly between RDU and RSW at 7 AM than at any other time of day. Prefer a quieter experience? 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 RSW?
Jet off on a Thursday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW).
What is the earliest flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC-5, leaving from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). You'll be in the air for about 2h 7m, reaching Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) at approximately 9:07AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)?
The average flight duration from RDU to RSW is 2 hours and 9 minutes, covering a total distance of 670 mi.
What airline has the least delays from RDU to RSW?
With 100% of journeys usually landing on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW). To check your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)?
Book a flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time 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 Fort Myers from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Fort Myers, Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from RDU to RSW are usually more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start looking for flights early. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may find a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a RDU to RSW flight and hotel package?
Opting for a RDU to RSW flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our extensive range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals 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 Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW)?
If you reserved your RDU to RSW flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. 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, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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