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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£215
Typical prices: £125-£244
United Airlines
Tue 20/11Fri 23/11
RDU - EWR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£221
Typical prices: £124-£244
United Airlines
Wed 14/11Sat 1/12
RDU - EWR • Direct
Advice from real travellers
At EWR, ongoing construction and a complex layout can slow navigation.
RDU gates can be busy; at Newark, some connections skip security re-screening.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 49m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 100% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 37% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £180 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Newark (RDU-EWR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Raleigh to Newark

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 10:02RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
4h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:02EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 47mdirect
£215United Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
United Airlines Logo
18:25 - 20:30RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
2h 05mdirect
United Airlines Logo
21:59 - 23:50EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 51mdirect
£221United Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:44RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
1h 44mdirect
United Airlines Logo
19:28 - 21:19EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 51mdirect
£223United Airlines
Mon, 14 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Delta Logo
07:09 - 09:00RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
1h 51mdirect
Delta Logo
19:30 - 21:24EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 54mdirect
£225Delta
Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Delta Logo
12:56 - 17:29RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
19:30 - 21:24EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 54mdirect
£229Delta
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Delta Logo
05:15 - 10:38RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
19:40 - 21:30EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 50mdirect
£230Delta
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Delta Logo
07:10 - 09:00RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
1h 50mdirect
Delta Logo
19:30 - 21:24EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 54mdirect
£232Delta
Mon, 14 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Delta Logo
17:00 - 18:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
1h 50mdirect
Delta Logo
07:20 - 12:43EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£232Delta
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
United Airlines Logo
14:52 - 17:00RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
2h 08mdirect
United Airlines Logo
08:27 - 10:18EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 51mdirect
£233United Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
United Airlines Logo
11:24 - 13:29RDU  Raleigh-Durham-EWR Newark
2h 05mdirect
United Airlines Logo
10:16 - 14:07EWR  Newark-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£234United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Raleigh to Newark Airport flights

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

How much is a return flight from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

Return flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport typically range from £125 to £244. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £215 on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Newark Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Newark Airport at £119 return.
•July (£243) and September (£241) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Raleigh to Newark Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£112
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 23% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Newark Airport

When to book flights from Raleigh to Newark

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Newark based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Raleigh to Newark: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Raleigh to Newark 
HartajFlew with United Airlines-Dec 2024
RDU gates can be busy. Newark airport still being upgraded, expect construction. Complex EWR layout can be difficult to navigate. Good luck! 💗
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa-Mar 2024
If you're connecting at Newark, you don't have to go through security again, which was a pleasant surprise.

Your Raleigh to Newark Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Raleigh to Newark Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:49
    • Latest: departs at 18:25 and lands at 20:14.

    The flight takes about 1h 49m.

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

    Only First Class is available on flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    A direct flight from Raleigh to Newark Airport takes 1h 49m, covering 416 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

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

    Return flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport range from £125 to £244, with an average of £188 over the past 12 months. Anything below £125 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Raleigh to Newark Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the £188 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at £187 return and stopover options via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) at £180.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Raleigh to Newark Airport flights are:

    • JetBlue: 100% on time
    • United Airlines: 87% on time
    • Delta: 85% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£67 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue and Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Raleigh to Newark Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Raleigh to Newark Airport flights, with 58% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 28%, Afternoon flights for 14%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh to Newark Airport 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 £215 to £791. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Raleigh to Newark Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Raleigh to Newark Airport flights:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Newark Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £127, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Newark Airport (EWR)?

    Newark Airport (EWR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Newark (EWR).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Raleigh to Newark Airport route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 44m.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £178 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £206, a difference of £28.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Raleigh to Newark Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Raleigh and Newark Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Delta

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 50m, compared to 4h 41m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 9h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Raleigh to Newark Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Raleigh to Newark Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Raleigh to Newark Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Newark Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £178, about £28 less than Monday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Newark Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £119 return in that month – typically £124 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with JetBlue. Over the past three months, 100% of JetBlue flights from Raleigh to Newark Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 44m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £180 return on this route – about £7 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Newark Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport
    • Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Newark?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Newark Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Newark

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Newark to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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