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$40+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh (DTW - RDU)

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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — RDU
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in July or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 février 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$84
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$40
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$340

Good round-trip deal

$204 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 25, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/1812:23 pmDTW - RDU
1 stop8h 06mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/2510:58 amRDU - DTW
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/25$84
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/189:35 pmDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/2510:58 amRDU - DTW
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$87
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 5/159:42 amDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
dim. 5/1810:03 amRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
Deal found 2/24$88
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
mer. 3/267:05 amDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mDelta
mar. 4/15:45 amRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/23$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
mar. 3/186:25 amDTW - RDU
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
mar. 4/17:10 pmRDU - DTW
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/24$286

Find flights from Detroit to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Raleigh 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 février 25, 2025.

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DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/18

12:23 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 3/25

10:58 am-11:24 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$84

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/18

9:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 3/25

10:58 am-9:18 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$87

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jeu. 5/15

9:42 am-11:27 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

dim. 5/18

10:03 am-11:59 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$88

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 3/26

7:05 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 4/1

5:45 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 51m

$239

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/18

6:25 am-2:20 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 4/1

7:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$286

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/25

5:45 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$40

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/25

9:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$49

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 4/23

7:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$132

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jeu. 3/6

5:40 am-9:42 pm

2 stops16h 02m

$139

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/25

6:25 am-2:20 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$160

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Raleigh in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Raleigh

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Raleigh

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 DTW to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated février 25, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on February 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Raleigh. 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 février 25, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to RDU are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated février 25, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to Raleigh, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,163 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,051 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,734 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,374 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Raleigh?

    Raleigh-Durham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Raleigh from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily flights to Raleigh from 4 different airlines. 1h 38m is how long a flight from Detroit to Raleigh-Durham will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $84 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $88 and $239 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh one-way?

    $40 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 Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $49 and $132, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh consider choosing LATAM Airlines (100%), ITA Airways (100%) or Air France (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $17. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $86 on average our data indicates $373 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Raleigh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Raleigh 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Raleigh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Raleigh. 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 février 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$76Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$360Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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