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$59+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Raleigh (SDF - 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — RDU
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Louisville Intl to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in February or March, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$113
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$59
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$266

Good round-trip deal

$117 or less

Good one-way deal

$69 or less
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/13:59 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 29mBreeze Airways
Sun 5/41:46 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/17$113
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/13:59 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/511:45 amRDU - SDF
1 stop10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/111:30 amSDF - RDU
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Sun 5/45:20 amRDU - SDF
1 stop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/17$177
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/15:05 amSDF - RDU
1 stop5h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/511:45 amRDU - SDF
1 stop10h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 6/44:05 pmSDF - RDU
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Thu 6/58:10 pmRDU - SDF
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/26:41 amSDF - RDU
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/412:34 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/12:00 pmSDF - RDU
2 stops9h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/46:30 amRDU - SDF
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$342

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

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Louisville

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Raleigh

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Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/1

3:59 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

1:46 pm-3:19 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$113

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/1

3:59 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

11:45 am-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$158

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/1

11:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

5:20 am-9:00 am

1 stop3h 40m

$177

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/1

5:05 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

11:45 am-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$197

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Wed 6/4

4:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/5

8:10 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 15m

$207

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/2

6:41 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

12:34 pm-2:09 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$267

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/30

7:29 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$282

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/15

3:59 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$59

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/16

8:10 pm-12:19 am

1 stop4h 09m

$89

LouisvilleRaleigh

SDF - RDU

SDFRDU

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop4h 09m

$120

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Compare providers for flights from Louisville 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 Louisville 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

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Raleigh

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

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

The best time to book flights from Louisville to Raleigh is 16 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 Louisville to Raleigh?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 April 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Louisville to Raleigh in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 66% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 April 17, 2025.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Louisville to Raleigh round-trip from $113. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $177, and Southwest, from $179. Breeze Airways is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $59. Delta flights start at $89 while deals on American Airlines start at $120 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Louisville to Raleigh?

    The cheapest flight price from Louisville to Raleigh is $66. On average you can expect to pay $176. The most popular route, (Louisville Intl - Raleigh-Durham), can usually be booked for $117.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville 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 Louisville to Raleigh?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$95Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$154Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$233Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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