$61 Cheap Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Popular airlines from St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Raleigh (STL-RDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $61 for one-way flights and $110 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Thu, Dec 4
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$110 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $110 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$124 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $124 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$128 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $128 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 5
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$134 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $134 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$142 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $142 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $146 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Thu, Dec 4
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$153 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $153 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$175 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $175 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$189 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $189 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 6
STL
St. Louis
RDU
Raleigh
$239 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 24 from St. Louis to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jan 6, priced at $239 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis (STL) to Raleigh (RDU)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $146 - $364 per traveler.

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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 $435
RDU
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
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Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $435

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $61 or cheap return flight from $110 from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) 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 Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
November is the least expensive month to fly from STL to RDU. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Catch a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and journey straight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, departure times and fares all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest STL to RDU flight.
How many flights per day from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight operating from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) per day. If this doesn't fit your plans, think about flights with a layover. Simply filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops to find a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
More passengers fly between STL and RDU at 6 PM than at any other time. Looking for a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from STL to RDU?
Travel on a Friday if you're after the best choice of flights from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the earliest flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The earliest flight jetting off from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) is at around 3:10PM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll reach Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) at approximately 5:55PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 1h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The average flight time from STL to RDU is 1 hour and 48 minutes, covering a total distance of 670 mi.
What airline has the least delays from STL to RDU?
Consider traveling with American Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) without any interruptions. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
To avoid possible delays on the Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time 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 Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL)?
Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) is the only airport in Raleigh with direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL). Compare the available options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from STL to RDU generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your itinerary to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a STL to RDU flight and hotel package?
Opting for a STL to RDU flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our wide range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights 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 Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your STL to RDU flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Lambert-St. Louis Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$110
Distance
665 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 46 mins

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St. Louis to Raleigh Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Raleigh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $61 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 St. Louis 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.

 

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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.

 

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