$46 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Popular airlines from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Cheap Flights from Columbus to Raleigh (CMH-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.

Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$92 Roundtrip, just found
$92
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $92 just found
Breeze Airways
Sat, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 8
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sat, Feb 7 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $97 just found
Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$102 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $102 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$107 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $107 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$110 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $110 found 3 days ago
Breeze Airways
Sun, Dec 14 - Sun, Jan 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$112 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $112 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Sun, Dec 14 - Sun, Jan 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$124 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $124 found 3 days ago
United
Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$231 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $231 found 21 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 27
CMH
Columbus
RDU
Raleigh
$459 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$459
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 23 from Columbus to Raleigh, returning Sat, Dec 27, priced at $459 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $81 - $380 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Raleigh

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Select flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. RDU. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $143
RDU
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
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Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $143
Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$91
Distance
361 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 22 mins

Columbus to Raleigh Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $46 or cheap return flight from $92 from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The cheapest month to fly from CMH to RDU is January, when demand is low. Off-peak months are generally when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
You can fly directly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) on a Breeze Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll fly you from CMH to RDU. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a good deal.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
On average, you can take your pick of 2 nonstop flights taking off from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) per week. If you don't see one that fits your schedule, consider catching a flight that includes a layover. Customize your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops and choose the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
More people fly between CMH and RDU at 5 PM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to RDU?
Fly on a Thursday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:19PM UTC-5, heading out of John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). You'll be flying for about 1h 19m, arriving at Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) at approximately 6:38PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The average flight time from CMH to RDU is 1 hour and 19 minutes, covering a distance of 360 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CMH to RDU?
With 88% of flights usually arriving on time, Breeze Airways has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). To keep track of your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
To avoid possible delays on the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Check out your flight options from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). This is the only Raleigh airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from CMH to RDU shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to RDU flight and hotel package?
Opting for a CMH to RDU flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
If you reserved your CMH 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 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 details.

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