$55 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Popular airlines from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Today's featured flight deals from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Raleigh (JFK-RDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $55 for one-way flights and $107 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 17
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$107 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from New York to Raleigh, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $107 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 15
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$110 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from New York to Raleigh, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $110 found 2 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 3
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$112 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from New York to Raleigh, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $112 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$117 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from New York to Raleigh, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $117 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 15
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from New York to Raleigh, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $117 just found
Delta
Tue, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 15
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$119 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from New York to Raleigh, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $119 found 8 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 7
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$119 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from New York to Raleigh, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $119 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 9
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$120 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from New York to Raleigh, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $120 found 11 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 18
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$122 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from New York to Raleigh, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $122 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 17 - Tue, Jan 6
JFK
New York
RDU
Raleigh
$123 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from New York to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jan 6, priced at $123 found 6 hours ago

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $102 - $187 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Raleigh

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

Select flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. RDU. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $120
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Raleigh - Durham Intl.
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Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $120
Flights from New York (JFK) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Roundtrip price
$107
Distance
426 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 53 mins

New York to Raleigh Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York to Raleigh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $55 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 New York 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 New York 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 F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $55 or cheap return flight from $107 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Traveling in December is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between JFK and RDU. You'll often find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Skip the stopovers and travel straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) with 3 airlines, including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines
  • JetBlue Airways

What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, JetBlue Airways and American Airlines are often frequently picked for flights between John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) and Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your JFK to RDU flight.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
When departing from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), you'll have a choice from an average of 10 daily direct flights to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The 10 AM departures from JFK to RDU see the highest demand. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your trip, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to RDU?
Saturday has the most flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The first flight of the day departing from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) is at around 8:00AM UTC-5. Hop on this flight and you'll touch down at Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) at approximately 9:57AM UTC-5. The entire trip takes 1h 57m.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Flights from JFK to RDU have an average travel time of 1 hour and 51 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 430 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to RDU?
With 100% of journeys generally landing on schedule, Aeromexico has the best on-time performance for direct flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Choose a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. 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 Raleigh from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you're taking a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh, Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from JFK to RDU generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to RDU flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a JFK to RDU flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Typically, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your JFK to RDU flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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