$46 Cheap Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Raleigh (ATL-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.

Frontier Airlines
Sun, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 17
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$92 Roundtrip, just found
$92
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $92 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 18
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$94 Roundtrip, just found
$94
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $94 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 10
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$96 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $96 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 10
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$98 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $98 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 7
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$100 Roundtrip, just found
$100
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $100 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 8
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$102 Roundtrip, just found
$102
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $102 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Fri, Aug 8
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$107 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $107 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$122 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $122 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 2 - Mon, Aug 4
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $159 just found
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Aug 9 - Sat, Aug 16
ATL
Atlanta
RDU
Raleigh
$252 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Atlanta to Raleigh, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $252 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Raleigh (RDU)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $92 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$86
Distance
356 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 24 mins

Atlanta to Raleigh Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Atlanta to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
You can score affordable return tickets from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) starting at $87. Grab a seat and get ready for takeoff. 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 ATL on August 4 2025 and touching down at RDU. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ATL to RDU?
The cheapest flights from ATL 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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Take the express route to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). 3 airlines operate nonstop flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL), including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • Frontier Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from ATL to RDU?
Right now, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from ATL to RDU is Frontier Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $46. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ATL on October 4 2025. Prices were last updated on July 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
When departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL), you'll have a choice from an average of 11 daily direct flights to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Flights between ATL and RDU tend to be busiest at 10 AM. If you want a quieter trip and potentially cheaper prices, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from ATL to RDU?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the earliest flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)'s first flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) leaves at approximately 6:00AM UTC-5. With a travel time of 1h 28m, you'll arrive at around 7:28AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
It takes around 1 hour and 22 minutes to travel the 360 mi from ATL to RDU.
What airline has the least delays from ATL to RDU?
Delta Air Lines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU), with an on-time score of 82%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you go and get immediate updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
To touch down at Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) on time, book a flight that takes off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Hop on a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh and land at Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). An alternative entry point into this city is Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ATL to RDU right before your journey is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ATL to RDU flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ATL to RDU flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
If you reserved your ATL to RDU flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel 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 information.

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