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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $275. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Durham.$275 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $275, select.

Durham.$311 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Durham.$388 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Nashville on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $388, select.

Durham.$389 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

Durham.$398 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $398, select.

Durham.$411 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $411, select.

Durham.$435 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.

Durham.$508 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Nashville on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $508, select.

Durham.$557 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Nashville on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $557, select.

Durham.$612 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Nashville on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $612, select.

Durham.$612 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Nashville on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $612, select.

Durham.$620 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Nashville on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

Durham.$761 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Nashville on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $761, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nashville to Raleigh / Durham flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Nashville to Durham: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$275
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 36 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	60

Finding cheap flights from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham?

The best price we found for a return flight from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham is $275. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham?

1 hour and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham.

Which airlines fly direct from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Delta fly direct from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham.

How many flights are there a week from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham?

As of August 2026, there are 60 flights per week flying from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham?

The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Raleigh / Durham is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport on Thursday, 3 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 36 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Raleigh / Durham?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Raleigh / Durham but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Durham?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Durham is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Raleigh / Durham.

Travelling from Nashville Airport (BNA) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Durham is one hour ahead of Nashville and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from BNA to RDU start from 08:55 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 21:20 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 45 weekly Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your BNA to RDU flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Durham holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of the United States:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering BNA to RDU flights, with 76.96% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. These are the top stopovers between BNA and RDU:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
- Charlotte Douglas Airport
- Detroit Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville Airport (BNA) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight is $127. A return plane ticket is currently $275. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BNA to RDU if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BNA to RDU by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.

Handy information about Nashville Airport (BNA)

You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
77% of flights departing from Nashville Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Nashville Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Nashville. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BNA? If you've booked an early flight from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

If you're landing on a late Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near RDU:
Pick up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car and explore Durham and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham

Raleigh / Durham Airport to central Durham has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

July is the busiest month for flights from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Durham in March.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Nashville Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BNA to RDU sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Baltimore, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are among its highlights.