Find cheap airlines flights from Raleigh to New York

You can choose from 6 airlines that fly from Raleigh to New York, including Jetblue Airways, Frontier Airlines, and American Airlines. Frontier Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
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Frontier Airlines logo Frontier Airlines
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United Airlines logo United Airlines
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Raleigh to New York according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Book direct flights from Raleigh to New York: One way flights from $29, round trip flights from $49. Find flight deals for the next 3 months below.

Displayed flight fares from Raleigh to New York are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Flight Info | Raleigh to New York

The distance between Raleigh and New York is approximately 684.29 km. It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on average to fly from Raleigh to New York. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is October.

Cheapest one-way flight price$29
Cheapest round-trip ticket price$49
Off-season for travelOctober
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance684.29 km
Average flight time1 hour 45 minutes
Popular airlineJetblue Airways
Flight statistics for the Raleigh–New York route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Raleigh to New York

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Raleigh to New York?

The average price of one-way flights from Raleigh to New York purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to New York is Feb, with an average price of $85; while the month with the highest flight price is usually Dec, with an average price of up to $154.

$154
$120
$85
$51
  • $85
    Feb
  • $97
    Mar
  • $116
    Apr
  • $111
    May
  • $111
    Jun
  • $120
    Jul
  • $132
    Aug
  • $129
    Sep
  • $147
    Oct
  • $135
    Nov
  • $154
    Dec
  • $118
    Jan

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Raleigh to New York?

Average price of round-trip flights from Raleigh to New York purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Raleigh to New York are found during Feb, with an average price of $71. Conversely, the highest prices are found during Jun, with an average price of up to $305.

$305
$188
$71
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  • $71
    Feb
  • $166
    Mar
  • $286
    Apr
  • $166
    May
  • $305
    Jun
  • $283
    Jul
  • $170
    Aug
  • $177
    Sep
  • $296
    Oct
  • $211
    Nov
  • $216
    Dec
  • $184
    Jan

What's the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to New York?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Raleigh to New York on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to New York is Tue, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Sun, as prices are usually highest then.

$153
$127
$101
$75
  • $111
    Mon
  • $101
    Tue
  • $111
    Wed
  • $114
    Thu
  • $135
    Fri
  • $131
    Sat
  • $153
    Sun

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to New York (RDU-NYC)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Frontier Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $29 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. RDU to LGA on Wed, Mar 4), while Frontier Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $49 departing on Wed, Mar 4 and returning on Wed, Mar 11.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Raleigh to New York with the following airlines, including: Jetblue Airways American Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to fly from Raleigh (RDU) to New York (NYC).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Raleigh to New York is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 155 flight per week flying from Raleigh to New York. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Delta Air Lines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- DL5120 (07:20)
  • To find best deals on flights from Raleigh to New York, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Mar 4, with one-way flights priced at just $29.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Frontier Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for New York travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Raleigh to New York is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh to New York on February 10, 2026 with Spirit Airlines, with prices starting at $53.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in New York, with Raleigh–Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport (RDU-JFK) is by far the most common option on this route: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) LaGuardia Airport (LGA) New York Skyports Seaplane Base (NYS) Stewart International Airport (SWF).
  • The time difference between New York and Raleigh is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flying from Raleigh to New York: What Your Need to Know

It takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes to fly from Raleigh to New York – no time difference, both in the US Eastern Time Zone.

Flying from Raleigh to New York: Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Credit: Raltoday | Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Airport in Raleigh

For New York flights, you’ll usually fly from:

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - modern & efficient hub to the world

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • Where: ~10 miles (16 km) from both downtown Durham and Raleigh
  • Terminals: 2 terminals; connected by a free shuttle bus
  • For New York Flights: Most common in terminal 2 (Delta, American, JetBlue)
  • Key tips: Leave extra time; find outlets at gates & charge up; check weather delays
Getting to RDU from downtown:
  • GoRaleigh Bus: ~$2.25/ride; ~40 mins
  • RDU Airport Express: ~$30/person; drop to door service
  • Ride-Sharing (Uber/Lyft): ~$20-$35; drop off at both terminals
Fly from Raleigh to New York: John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

Credit: Flickr | John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

Airports in New York

There’re 3 airports in New York. Just allow extra time for not getting too much hurry.

John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) - Major international airport in New York

  • Where: ~15 miles (~24 km) southeast of Manhattan
  • Terminals: 6 terminals (1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8)
Getting from NYC to JFK:
  • AirTrain JFK + Subway: E, J, or Z trains + AirTrain JFK (~$8.25)
  • Taxi/Uber: ~$60-$80; 40–60 mins
  • Shuttle Buses: companies like NYC Airporter (~$20, 60-100 mins)

LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - Best for domestic flights

  • Where: ~ 8 miles (12 km) northeast of Manhattan
  • Terminals: 4 terminals (A, B, C, D)
Getting from NYC to LGA:
  • Bus + Subway: Q70-SBS + 7/E/M/R trains
  • Taxi/Uber: ~$35-$50 from Manhattan

Newark Airport (EWR) - Perfect for transatlantic flights

  • Where: ~ 16 miles (25 km) from Manhattan
  • Terminals: 3 terminals (A, B, C)
Getting from NYC to EWR:
  • NJ Transit + AirTrain: NJ Transit from Penn Station to Newark Airport Station (~$15.50) + free AirTrain
  • Taxi/Uber: ~$60-$90
  • Shuttle Buses: Newark Airport Express (~$18)

Best Time to Visit New York

Nice months to fly to New York are Apr-May or Sep-Oct. Mild weather (13-24°C / 55-75°F), fewer visitors, and better prices on hotels & flights.

Summer (Jun-Aug) is peak season. Hot & humid (28–35°C / 82–95°F), busy crowds, high-cost of hotels & flights. But with longer day time for touring, free outdoor concerts. Winter (Dec-Feb) is cold (-1-7°C / 30–45°F). Packed with holiday tourists, shorter daylight tours. But with lower prices in flights & hotels, fantastic holiday vibes.

Where to Stay in New York

Book New York hotels on Trip.com! From luxury to budget friendly options.

  • Midtown Manhattan: Busy and pricey, but central to attractions like Times Square & Broadway. Book hotels early.
  • Brooklyn: Artsy vibe, bar, street arts. Trendy but cheaper than Manhattan. Great for the creatives. Go to the live music at Brooklyn Bowl.
  • Queens: Quieter & good for families and budget travelers. Capture photos at Gantry Plaza State Park and hunt diverse food.

Trip.com airline insights on flights from Raleigh to New York

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Raleigh to New York?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Raleigh to New York on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Raleigh to New York, with an average price of $82.

$42
$82
$123
$164
$204
Frontier Airlines
$82
Frontier Airlines
Spirit Airlines
$99
Spirit Airlines
Jetblue Airways
$142
Jetblue Airways
Delta Air Lines
$150
Delta Air Lines
American Airlines
$184
American Airlines
United Airlines
$204
United Airlines

Which airlines operate the most flights from Raleigh to New York?

Data is based on the number of flights from Raleigh to New York operated by each airline on Trip.com in the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, Delta Air Lines operates the most flights from Raleigh to New York, with 88 flight per week.

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31
60
88
Delta Air Lines
88
Delta Air Lines
American Airlines
65
American Airlines
WestJet
45
WestJet
Qatar Airways
37
Qatar Airways
El Al
32
El Al
United Airlines
31
United Airlines

How many flights are there each day from Raleigh to New York?

Data is based on the number of flights from Raleigh to New York for each day of the week on Trip.com over the last month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Raleigh to New York depart on Friday, and the fewest flights depart on Sunday.

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423
303
183
Highest
355
Mon
378
Tue
420
Wed
420
Thu
543
Fri
338
Sat
303
Sun