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$31+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Kentucky

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RDU — SDF
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$97
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$31
(FlightHub)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$405

Good round-trip deal

$106 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Kentucky
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Kentucky. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/31:11 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 34mBreeze Airways
Fri 3/711:03 amSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/20$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:00 amRDU - CVG
1 stop5h 18mFrontier
Thu 4/1011:32 amCVG - RDU
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$109
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/32:17 pmRDU - SDF
1 stop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/711:03 amSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$111
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/32:17 pmRDU - SDF
1 stop6h 08mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/77:16 pmSDF - RDU
1 stop25h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$158
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/310:58 amRDU - CVG
2 stops12h 32mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/106:30 amCVG - RDU
1 stop14h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/265:00 amRDU - TYS
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/294:16 pmTYS - RDU
1 stop3h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/188:20 pmRDU - LEX
1 stop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/197:47 amLEX - RDU
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/51:24 pmRDU - TYS
2 stops22h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/125:18 pmTYS - RDU
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$230
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/75:45 pmRDU - SDF
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Mon 3/105:30 amSDF - RDU
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/308:00 amRDU - BNA
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/56:13 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 5/97:40 amRDU - BNA
Nonstop1h 50mDelta
Mon 5/126:45 pmBNA - RDU
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Deal found 2/19$234
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/811:45 amRDU - BNA
2 stops32h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/119:15 pmBNA - RDU
3 stops22h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$236

Find flights from Raleigh to Kentucky within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Kentucky that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

Kentucky

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/3

1:11 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

11:03 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$97

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 4/10

11:32 am-5:32 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$109

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/3

2:17 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

11:03 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$111

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/3

2:17 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

7:16 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$158

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

9:34 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 3/9

3:22 pm-11:37 am

2 stops20h 15m

$180

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

5:00 am-8:59 am

1 stop3h 59m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 3/29

4:16 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop3h 10m

$199

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

11:15 am-2:44 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 3/9

3:22 pm-11:37 am

2 stops20h 15m

$204

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/19

5:20 am-9:42 am

1 stop4h 22m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-9:58 am

1 stop3h 58m

$229

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/5

1:24 pm-11:58 am

2 stops22h 34m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 4/12

5:18 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$230

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/7

5:45 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Louisville Intl

Mon 3/10

5:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 40m

$232

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Kentucky

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Raleigh to Kentucky including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Raleigh to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 KY?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Kentucky. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh to Kentucky as you normally would.

Rainfall in Kentucky by month

Plan your trip to Kentucky by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kentucky ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Kentucky when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Kentucky by month

Plan your trip to Kentucky by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kentucky, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kentucky

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kentucky. 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 Kentucky. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Kentucky, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kentucky from Raleigh.

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

    $31 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Frontier, with prices starting from $51 and $55, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    The most popular route from Raleigh to Kentucky is Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl. You may also consider Raleigh-Durham - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky or Raleigh-Durham - Louisville Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    While on average a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky is generally $115, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $51. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl), you can expect to pay $94 for that flight.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Raleigh to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 6 airlines flying from Raleigh to Kentucky

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Kentucky. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$97Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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