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$41+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh (IND - RDU)

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IND — RDU
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in June or July, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 February 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$93
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$41
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1910:00 amIND - RDU
1 stop10h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/269:53 pmRDU - IND
1 stop11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$93
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.
Thu 2/276:45 amIND - RDU
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/312:17 pmRDU - IND
3 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$166
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.
Wed 4/96:00 amIND - RDU
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Mon 4/147:59 pmRDU - IND
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/19$277
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 4/2512:22 pmIND - RDU
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/267:00 amRDU - IND
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$292
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/197:30 amIND - RDU
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/266:00 amRDU - IND
2 stops8h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$342
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1212:10 pmIND - RDU
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Thu 6/2612:10 pmRDU - IND
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/18$360
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/276:16 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Sun 6/2910:15 pmRDU - IND
1 stop10h 21mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$489

Find flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 February 20, 2025.

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IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 3/19

10:00 am-8:48 pm

1 stop10h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

9:53 pm-8:58 am

1 stop11h 05m

$93

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Tue 3/11

7:02 pm-8:29 pm

3 stops25h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

7:15 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops22h 48m

$185

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 4/9

6:00 am-9:53 am

1 stop3h 53m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/14

7:59 pm-12:28 am

1 stop4h 29m

$277

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 4/25

12:22 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/26

7:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 16m

$292

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 3/19

7:30 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-2:11 pm

2 stops8h 11m

$342

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 3/14

9:55 pm-8:15 am

1 stop10h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/20

8:35 pm-12:20 am

1 stop3h 45m

$356

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 6/27

6:16 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/29

10:15 pm-8:36 am

1 stop10h 21m

$489

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 3/26

10:14 pm-10:03 am

1 stop11h 49m

$41

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 2/26

8:40 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$62

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Mon 8/18

6:16 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$104

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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Raleigh in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Indianapolis-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh

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

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

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

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh. 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 Indianapolis to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Indianapolis 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 IND to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,413 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,768 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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 are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $478 for a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $263 while the most popular route, (Indianapolis - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $109.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Indianapolis 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 6 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$69Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$272Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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