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$90 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Raleigh to Reagan-National departing on 6/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Raleigh to Reagan-National (RDU-DCA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Reagan-National that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Reagan-National

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Raleigh to Reagan-National.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.
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8:03 am - 9:14 amRDU-DCA
1h 11mnonstop
11:00 am - 4:14 pmDCA-RDU
5h 14m1 stop
$164American Airlines
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Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 4
5:00 am - 9:29 amRDU-DCA
4h 29m1 stop
11:00 am - 4:14 pmDCA-RDU
5h 14m1 stop
$173American Airlines
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Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 4
6:00 am - 7:15 amRDU-DCA
1h 15mnonstop
10:03 pm - 11:19 pmDCA-RDU
1h 16mnonstop
$179Delta
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Fri, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 15
7:59 pm - 9:18 pmRDU-DCA
1h 19mnonstop
10:00 pm - 11:11 pmDCA-RDU
1h 11mnonstop
$184Delta
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Fri, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 21
7:15 am - 3:00 pmRDU-DCA
7h 45m1 stop
11:45 am - 7:40 pmDCA-RDU
7h 55m1 stop
$217JetBlue
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Tue, Apr 29 - Tue, May 6
2:51 pm - 7:41 pmRDU-DCA
4h 50m1 stop
7:18 pm - 11:50 pmDCA-RDU
4h 32m1 stop
$251United Airlines
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Tue, May 13 - Fri, May 16
6:00 am - 12:20 pmRDU-DCA
6h 20m1 stop
4:05 pm - 10:00 pmDCA-RDU
5h 55m1 stop
$259United Airlines
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Sat, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 11
7:15 am - 3:00 pmRDU-DCA
7h 45m1 stop
7:00 am - 10:55 amDCA-RDU
3h 55m1 stop
$293JetBlue
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Tue, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 19
5:20 pm - 10:55 pmRDU-DCA
5h 35m1 stop
6:00 am - 11:50 amDCA-RDU
5h 50m1 stop
$339Southwest
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Tue, Jun 3 - Thu, Jun 5
6:15 am - 12:30 pmRDU-DCA
6h 15m1 stop
1:10 pm - 9:20 pmDCA-RDU
8h 10m2 stops
$344Southwest
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Tue, Apr 29 - Tue, May 6

Expert advice for your flight from Raleigh to Reagan-National 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.

KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for budget travel; restrictions include late boarding and no seat assignment until check-in.


Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, often worth the upgrade for comfort.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights; sign up onboard if needed.


Delta's Comfort Plus seats provide up to three extra inches of legroom, enhancing comfort on short flights.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Airports
RDU

RDU offers self-service check-in kiosks in both terminals to reduce queuing times during peak periods like early morning and midday.

Read more about RDUby Jessica Macdonald
DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the city’s metro line, reaching the terminal in under 30 minutes from downtown.

Read more about DCAby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on RDU

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Reagan-National flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to Reagan-National to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Reagan Washington National Airport on a Friday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Raleigh, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is August, where tickets cost $189 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $269 and $261 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

March

Cheapest flight

$90
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Raleigh to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Reagan-National based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport was $90 for a one-way ticket and $164 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and Reagan Washington National Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Reagan Washington National Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C., Delta or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. are Delta and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $232 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $257 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reagan Washington National Airport from Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Reagan Washington National Airport with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and DCA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Reagan Washington National Airport from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Raleigh to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $123 or less one-way and $203 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Reagan Washington National Airport?

Find which airlines fly direct from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

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Top airlines flying from Raleigh to Reagan-National

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Raleigh to Reagan-National? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7899 reviews
8.5Crew
8.0Comfort
7.9Entertainment
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
Airline reviews

Simply outstanding. Their new lounge for Delta One customers is a cut above the rest.

10.0 ExcellentSunderesh, Mar 2025AUS - BOS
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Simply outstanding. Their new lounge for Delta One customers is a cut above the rest.

The Dekta Rep that checked us in was great. She's very personable, pleasant, and can tell she enjoys her job.

The plane was old with small storage areas that had problems closing/latching and not enough storage for everyone, and worn, damaged seats. Service was great but feel a little unsafe on such well used planes.

Terrible and im avoiding them in the future. My initial flight was delayed causing me to rebook my flight and when speaking with the representative to rebook I explained this is the second time my flights were delayed and they did nothing to help me. I wasn't booked to comfort plus or given a voucher or anything. I was almost late for my meeting that I needed to attend on Monday because of the games delta played delaying my flights even more and putting me in the very back of the plane next to an extremely intoxicated passenger

Flights on time. .Ride was as comfortable as can be expected in steerage. Luggage arrived at destination. Attendants were fairly friendly.

Great staff. Wifi is terrible. Signing up for skylines is a painstaking process. Had to call customer service just to get my flight itinerary and confirmation sent to me. Consistent delays. A well staffed company that is run so poorly. Upper management needs to be renewed.

The WiFi didn't seem as fast as it normally is

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

The crew was wonderful and attentive. The seats near exit row were restrictive. Offer healthy snacks please

Delta is a premier airline so my expectations are most always met.

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

Flight delayed on both ends - have a gate ready at DCA, don't make us sit for 30min after being late to take off as well.

AA can't control the weather. But the airplane was hot and stuffy while stuck on the runway with a broken entertainment system.

very bare bones flight no entertainment screen, download shows prior to boarding to watch on phone or tablet.

It was good. It’s been a long time since my wife and I fly any where and things have changed. Our trip was to see our new grandson. We fly economy and that was not good for my bad back. It was a quick flight but uncomfortable.

Service in first class no longer exists on American Airlines .

Flight was delayed by 11 hours. Flight agent finally had to rebook us, but did not rebook fully correctly. We had to pay out of pocket to get to the hotel they booked us and couldn’t check in the next day online because the next day’s agent said they didn’t complete the process the night before.

The flight got canceled last minute with no explanation or refund, I had to rebook for a different day

from Boston to Washington was good but return to Boston was terrible, Gate was changed and plane was so uncomfortable, I thought it would crash 🙈🤦‍♀️ also when I showed my bording pass they didn't know where to send me and finally gave me direction and at the plane they said to find free seat somewhere😬🤦‍♀️🫣

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