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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh from C$ 169

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — RDU
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in July or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 196

One-way from

C$ 169

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 483

Good round-trip deal

C$ 203 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 4/5-15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 41m total
  • Detroit to Raleigh
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 03m total
  • Detroit to Raleigh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (C$ 126 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Raleigh-Durham.
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sun 4/59:42 a.m.DTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Thu 15/510:03 a.m.RDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
Deal found 20/2C$ 196
Mon 21/412:41 p.m.DTW - RDU
1 stop8h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 28/49:58 p.m.RDU - DTW
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 243
Wed 12/37:00 a.m.DTW - RDU
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Tue 18/36:00 a.m.RDU - DTW
1 stop16h 49mDelta
Deal found 19/2C$ 288
Wed 7/55:55 p.m.DTW - RDU
1 stop6h 04mJetBlue
Wed 14/54:50 p.m.RDU - DTW
1 stop6h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 20/2C$ 376
Wed 23/47:30 a.m.DTW - RDU
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Thu 24/48:20 a.m.RDU - DTW
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 19/2C$ 432
Tue 1/74:17 p.m.DTW - RDU
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/73:10 p.m.RDU - DTW
2 stops7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 490

Find flights from Detroit to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/5

9:42 a.m.-11:27 a.m.

Nonstop1h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 15/5

10:03 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

Nonstop1h 56m

C$ 196

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 21/4

12:41 p.m.-8:53 p.m.

1 stop8h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 28/4

9:58 p.m.-8:57 a.m.

1 stop10h 59m

C$ 243

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

7:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop9h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 18/3

6:00 a.m.-10:49 p.m.

1 stop16h 49m

C$ 288

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/5

5:55 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop6h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 14/5

4:50 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

1 stop6h 54m

C$ 376

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 23/4

7:30 a.m.-11:55 a.m.

1 stop4h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 24/4

8:20 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

C$ 432

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/7

4:17 p.m.-9:27 p.m.

1 stop5h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/7

3:10 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

2 stops7h 49m

C$ 490

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 18/3

7:00 a.m.-3:03 p.m.

1 stop8h 03m

C$ 169

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 20/4

7:30 p.m.-11:50 p.m.

1 stop4h 20m

C$ 213

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 18/3

12:06 p.m.-7:05 p.m.

2 stops6h 59m

C$ 284

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Deals found on 19/2

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Raleigh

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh (average of C$ 368). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 511). 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 DTW to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Raleigh. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from DTW to RDU are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 74.0 - 119.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 119.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 74.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and JetBlue from Detroit to Raleigh to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
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Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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
4,411 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Raleigh?

    If you wish to fly to Raleigh from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Raleigh-Durham. There are 11 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) per day to choose from. Flights to Raleigh from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 41m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Raleigh-Durham typically takes.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 196, Frontier will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 243 and C$ 288, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 169. Users have also found prices from C$ 213 and C$ 284 on Southwest and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh are LATAM Airlines (100%), ITA Airways (100%) and Air France (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh is generally C$ 359, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 151. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Raleigh-Durham), you can expect to pay C$ 237 for that flight.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh (average of C$ 368). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Raleigh in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 511). 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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