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$89+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Raleigh (MCI - 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — RDU
abr. 27 — may. 41
dom. 4/27
dom. 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 abril 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Delta)

One-way from

$89
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$313
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 6/127:32 pmMCI - RDU
Nonstop2h 27mDelta
mar. 6/177:30 amRDU - MCI
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/22$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
vie. 11/1410:00 amMCI - RDU
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/166:45 amRDU - MCI
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
sáb. 6/212:20 pmMCI - RDU
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
dom. 6/295:00 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$273
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 5/810:15 amMCI - RDU
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/122:37 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop24h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$282
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 5/810:15 amMCI - RDU
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/121:46 pmRDU - MCI
2 stops33h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 4/2312:04 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
lun. 4/282:48 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$935
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/165:20 pmMCI - RDU
2 stops11h 21mAlaska Airlines
mar. 5/205:42 pmRDU - MCI
2 stops23h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/22$973

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

jue. 6/12

7:32 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 6/17

7:30 am-9:16 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$177

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

sáb. 6/21

2:20 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 6/29

5:00 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$273

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

jue. 5/8

10:15 am-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 5/12

2:37 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 13m

$282

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

jue. 5/8

10:15 am-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 5/12

1:46 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$287

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

jue. 7/10

6:05 am-2:13 pm

2 stops7h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 7/13

6:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 05m

$292

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

vie. 5/16

5:20 pm-5:41 am

2 stops11h 21m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 5/20

5:42 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops23h 58m

$973

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

jue. 5/29

7:06 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$89

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

jue. 5/8

10:15 am-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$93

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

vie. 9/5

5:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$94

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

jue. 7/10

6:05 am-2:13 pm

2 stops7h 08m

$104

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kansas City to Raleigh in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Kansas City-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Kansas City-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 Kansas City to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Raleigh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Raleigh is 62 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 Kansas City to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Kansas City to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 MCI to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 abril 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kansas City to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 61% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 abril 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Kansas City to Raleigh have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,940 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Raleigh round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($177), Southwest ($202), and United Airlines ($259) offers the cheapest pricing from Kansas City to Raleigh. Delta is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kansas City to Raleigh are Delta ($89), Southwest ($94), and Spirit Airlines ($96).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Raleigh?

    The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to Raleigh is $78. On average you can expect to pay $128. The most popular route, (Kansas City - Raleigh-Durham), can usually be booked for $152.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Raleigh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Kansas City to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 abril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$310Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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