Dulles Intl

$55+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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RDU — IAD
Jan 27 — Feb 31
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in July or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 January 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$345

Good round-trip deal

$496 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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From Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 22, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 2/146:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/168:25 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$179
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 5/166:25 amRDU - IAD
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Sun 5/185:26 pmIAD - RDU
1 stop16h 57mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$180
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 2/78:10 pmRDU - IAD
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Tue 2/116:00 amIAD - RDU
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Deal found 1/21$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 1/3112:25 pmRDU - IAD
2 stops8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/24:14 pmIAD - RDU
1 stop5h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$232
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Thu 1/238:00 amRDU - IAD
1 stop7h 14mAvelo Airlines
Sun 1/264:14 pmIAD - RDU
1 stop5h 39mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 1/21$255
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Tue 2/255:00 amRDU - IAD
1 stop3h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/251:48 pmIAD - RDU
1 stop3h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$265

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RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/14

8:00 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/17

8:25 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$179

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/19

6:25 am-2:39 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/26

3:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$186

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/7

11:07 am-3:58 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/9

6:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop4h 02m

$229

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/31

12:25 pm-9:09 pm

2 stops8h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/2

4:14 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$232

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/25

5:00 am-8:42 am

1 stop3h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/25

1:48 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$265

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/13

7:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops14h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/16

9:45 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop14h 24m

$335

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/24

7:56 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$55

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/2

8:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$79

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-7:16 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$90

RaleighWashington, D.C.

RDU - IAD

RDUIAD

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/15

5:10 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$119

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Dulles Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 Raleigh-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Raleigh-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Raleigh to Dulles Intl

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. 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 Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 RDU to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Dulles Intl. 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 January 22, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to IAD are scheduled on a Tuesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Dulles Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Dulles Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 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 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated January 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
144 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
74 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
144 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Raleigh. Booking flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($179), Frontier ($186), and Delta ($229) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. United Airlines is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Frontier ($55), Avelo Airlines ($79), and United Airlines ($90).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Raleigh, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca (90%), Ethiopian Air (89%), Copa Airlines( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,112 for a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $119 while the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $179.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Dulles Intl?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Dulles Intl 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 Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 2 airlines flying from Raleigh to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Dulles Intl. 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 January 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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