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Cheapest return flight
£456
Typical prices: £728-£973
Icelandair
Sat 6/10Fri 12/10
MAN - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£337
Typical prices: £561-£727
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2
MAN - RDU • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Manchester and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 20% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg £733 (return)
Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF)
Shortest trip • 10h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Raleigh (MAN-RDU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Raleigh

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Icelandair Logo
13:05 - 19:30MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
20:30 - 11:40RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
10h 10m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£456Icelandair
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Icelandair Logo
13:05 - 19:30MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
20:30 - 11:40RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
10h 10m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£459Icelandair
Sat, 27 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:45 - 18:35MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 50m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 10:45RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
10h 10m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£538Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 22:42MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 27m2 stops Dublin Boston Logan Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 14:20RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
12h 50m1 stop Dublin
£553Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:10 - 17:57MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
34h 47m1 stop Orlando
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:44 - 08:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
11h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£663Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:10 - 17:57MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
34h 47m1 stop Orlando
Virgin Atlantic Logo
07:13 - 08:15RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
20h 02m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£673Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Aer Lingus Logo
12:05 - 23:59MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
16h 54m2 stops Dublin Philadelphia
Aer Lingus Logo
20:25 - 11:00RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
9h 35m1 stop Dublin
£713Aer Lingus
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Aer Lingus Logo
08:10 - 17:49MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
38h 39m2 stops Dublin New York John F Kennedy Intl
Aer Lingus Logo
20:25 - 20:25RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
19h 00m1 stop Dublin
£723Aer Lingus
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
British Airways Logo
08:50 - 17:15MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 14:05RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
12h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
£981British Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
British Airways Logo
08:50 - 17:15MAN  Manchester-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 14:05RDU  Raleigh-Durham-MAN Manchester
12h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
£981British Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Manchester to Raleigh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Manchester to Raleigh with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Manchester to Raleigh?

Return flights from Manchester to Raleigh start at £456. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £728 to £973. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £456 on Icelandair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Raleigh?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Raleigh and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Raleigh?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Raleigh at £686 return.
  • July (£953) and June (£928) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Manchester to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from Manchester to Raleigh are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Manchester to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£337
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flights from Manchester to Raleigh

When to book flights from Manchester to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Manchester to Raleigh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Raleigh?

    Flights from Manchester to Raleigh usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Manchester to Raleigh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Manchester to Raleigh.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Raleigh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Manchester to Raleigh most commonly connect through:

    • Dublin (DUB) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Dublin (DUB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manchester to Raleigh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Manchester to Raleigh route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £776 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £918, a difference of £142. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Lenovo Center is one of the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manchester to Raleigh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 2% below the route average of £853. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Raleigh?

    A direct flight from Manchester to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 3,752 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Raleigh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Manchester to Raleigh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £456 to £3,683. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Manchester to Raleigh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Manchester to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £498, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Manchester to Raleigh?

    Flying via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 59m, compared to 11h 10m via Dublin (DUB) and 12h 18m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Manchester and Raleigh?

    Raleigh is 5 hours behind Manchester (Eastern Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manchester to Raleigh flight?

    Return flights from Manchester to Raleigh range from £728 to £973, with an average of £853 over the past 12 months. Anything below £728 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Manchester to Raleigh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average £776 – about £142 less than Sunday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Raleigh trip for March. Fares historically average £686 return in that month – typically £266 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.
    - Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    - Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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