$79 Cheap Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Austin (AUS)

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Today's featured flight deals from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Austin (RDU-AUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $153 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 14
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$153 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $153 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 25
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$155 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $155 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $157 just found
Delta
Wed, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 29
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $157 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$160 Roundtrip, just found
$160
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $160 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 15
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$160 Roundtrip, just found
$160
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $160 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 26
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$162 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $162 found 9 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 11
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$162 Roundtrip, just found
$162
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $162 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 16
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$163 Roundtrip, just found
$163
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $163 just found
United
Tue, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 6
RDU
Raleigh
AUS
Austin
$164 Roundtrip, just found
$164
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Raleigh to Austin, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $164 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh (RDU) to Austin (AUS)

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $97 - $237 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Austin

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

Select flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. AUS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $203
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $203
Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Austin (AUS)
Origin airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Destination airport
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$153
Distance
1159 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 11 mins

Raleigh to Austin Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Raleigh to Austin

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Austin

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

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 Austin in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $79 or cheap return flight from $153 from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
The cheapest month to fly from RDU to AUS is November, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is often when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
When jetting out of Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU), you can catch a direct flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) with Delta Air Lines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines are some well-known airlines offering reasonable fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) can change depending on travel dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a RDU to AUS flight that fits your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
With an average of 2 nonstop flights departing from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) daily, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
More people fly between RDU and AUS at 7 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from RDU to AUS?
If you depart on a Thursday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS).
What is the earliest flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 7:25AM UTC-5, departing from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). You'll be traveling for about 3h 43m, touching down at Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) at approximately 10:08AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
The average flight duration from RDU to AUS is 3 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of 1,150 mi.
What airline has the least delays from RDU to AUS?
With 100% of journeys usually landing on time, Frontier Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS). To monitor your flight status and get notified if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
To land at Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) on schedule, choose a flight that takes off from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Austin from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) is the only airport in Austin with direct flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). Compare your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from RDU to AUS right before your journey is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a RDU to AUS flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a RDU to AUS flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your RDU to AUS flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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