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$53+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale (RDU - FLL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — FLL
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Mon 7/21
Mon 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in September or August, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$72
(iWofly)

One-way from

$53
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$154

Good round-trip deal

$120 or less

Good one-way deal

$81 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale
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Mon 8/187:56 pmRDU - FLL
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/224:40 pmFLL - RDU
Nonstop2h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/15$72
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/75:20 amRDU - FLL
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Mon 8/117:05 pmFLL - RDU
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/15$127

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RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/18

7:56 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/22

4:40 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$72

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/2

6:45 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/7

9:50 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$107

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

5:20 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 36m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 8/11

7:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 10m

$127

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/12

8:43 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$53

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/21

6:45 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$54

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/26

12:20 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$57

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/10

11:26 am-7:08 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$82

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

11:40 am-8:40 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$94

RaleighFort Lauderdale

RDU - FLL

RDUFLL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/3

6:45 am-2:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$121

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Deals found on 7/15

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RDU

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FLL

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on RDU

John Walton

John Walton

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Paul Rubio

Expert on FLL

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale (average of $183). Flying from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RDU to FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 50% on flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on July 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 16, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to FLL are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated July 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,863 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,908 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

    If you wish to fly to Fort Lauderdale from Raleigh, then you need to book flights from Raleigh-Durham to Fort Lauderdale. There are 3 flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) per day to choose from. Flights to Fort Lauderdale from Raleigh-Durham are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 05m is how long a nonstop flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale typically takes.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale flight route?

    The Raleigh-Durham to Fort Lauderdale flight path was viewed by 74 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale round-trip?

    Currently priced at $72, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $127 and $133, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $53. JetBlue flights start at $54 while deals on Delta start at $57 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale on time: Southwest (100%), JetBlue (97%), Azul (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale? While on average our users pay $153, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $52. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Fort Lauderdale), is priced around $74.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale (average of $183). Flying from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Fort Lauderdale. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$38Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$62Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$72Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$172Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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