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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Raleigh / Durham Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $352. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Durham.$300 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $300, select.

Durham.$312 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

Durham.$337 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $337, select.

Durham.$351 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $351, select.

Durham.$351 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York Newark on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $351, select.

Durham.$351 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $351, select.

Durham.$351 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $351, select.

Durham.$352 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Durham.$352 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Durham.$352 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Durham.$352 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York Newark on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Durham.$352 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Durham.$352 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 8 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Durham.$352 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York Newark on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Durham.$353 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $353, select.

Durham.$353 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr, returning Sat, 24 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York Newark on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $353, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$300
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	1,105

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

How much are return flights from New York to Raleigh / Durham?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Raleigh / Durham is $300. 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 New York to Raleigh / Durham?

1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Raleigh / Durham.

Which airlines fly direct from New York to Raleigh / Durham?

American Airlines, Republic Airways and Delta fly direct from New York to Raleigh / Durham.

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

As of June 2026, there are 1,116 flights per week flying from New York to Raleigh / Durham.

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

The cheapest month to fly from New York to Raleigh / Durham is usually August.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Raleigh / Durham Airport on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 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.

Travelling from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know

Get your trip planning underway by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Explore the options for leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), the city's main airports.
Book a direct New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-5 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), with 71 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from JFK to RDU is the 6am JetBlue Airways service. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 11pm with American Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from New York to RDU.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) can be booked from this terminal.
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport leaving from JFK include:
Most passengers choose to book seats with Delta between JFK and RDU.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Delta. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.78% of the time.
Located around 24 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Think about kicking off your journey from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) plane ticket with departures from here.
You can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from New York to RDU departing from EWR. Book your seat with any of these carriers and fly straight to your final stop:
United takes the lead in bookings on the EWR to RDU route.
United is the most reliable carrier flying from Newark Liberty International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, with 73.31% of its services arriving on schedule.
You can arrive at EWR from central New York in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your New York to RDU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Avoid the hassle of switching planes from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Direct flights from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport are available from here.
Choose any of these leading airlines offering direct New York to RDU plane tickets from LGA:
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Delta from LGA to RDU.
Delta is the most punctual carrier on this route.
The journey time to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Flights that depart from LGA make it to their destination within the expected time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week before your New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.

Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham

Central Durham is around 18 kilometres from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Right now, $139 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $300. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to RDU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket.
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Find the best deal on a flight from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Durham. June is when most people book flights from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a New York to RDU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Durham to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC.

More about Durham

Start your Durham trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science are essential stops on your Durham itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, consider Virginia Beach, roughly 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are highlights.