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$59+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Raleigh (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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — RDU
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Mi 8/6
Mi 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in June or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$84
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$59
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$202

Good round-trip deal

$120 or less

Good one-way deal

$97 or less
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Fr 11/711:30 amEWR - RDU
Nonstop1h 49mSpirit Airlines
So 11/92:14 pmRDU - EWR
Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$78
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mi 9/249:40 amEWR - RDU
Nonstop1h 46mDelta
Di 9/3011:45 amRDU - EWR
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/30$117

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EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Do 9/25

6:45 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

So 9/28

9:49 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$84

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Mi 9/24

6:45 am-8:26 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Do 9/25

3:22 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$117

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Mi 8/20

2:55 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Sa 8/23

7:10 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$137

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Di 9/2

6:45 am-8:26 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$59

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EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Do 8/28

6:10 am-6:51 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$60

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EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Di 9/2

5:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop6h 17m

$80

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Mi 8/27

9:32 am-11:17 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$89

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Sa 10/4

11:15 am-10:47 pm

1 stop11h 32m

$96

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Raleigh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Raleigh is 56 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 Newark Airport to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Newark Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 EWR to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 August 1, 2025.

When flying from Newark Airport to Raleigh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Newark Airport to Raleigh?

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 August 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Newark Airport to Raleigh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,239 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Raleigh from Newark. Booking flights from Newark to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily inbound flights from Newark from 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Newark Airport to Raleigh flight route?

    Flights from Newark to Raleigh-Durham have been viewed 44 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at $84, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Newark Airport to Raleigh and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $117 and $137, respectively. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $59. Spirit Airlines flights start at $60 while deals on American Airlines start at $80 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Raleigh?

    Consider KLM (100%), Aeromexico (100%) or WestJet (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Newark Airport to Raleigh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $270 for a flight from Newark Airport to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $41 while the most popular route, (Newark - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $61.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Newark Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 Newark to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$79Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$126Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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