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Cheapest return flight
$2,092
Typical prices: $1,904-$2,539
American Airlines
Mon 5/11Fri 9/11
WLG - RDU • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,499
Typical prices: $1,068-$2,098
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/10
ZQN - RDU • 3 stops
Top airlines
Air New Zealand
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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NSN - RDU
Cheapest • 14% average savings
AKL - RDU
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Raleigh

 
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Recent return flight deals to Raleigh

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
American Airlines Logo
06:05 - 20:56WLG  Wellington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
32h 51m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
18:06 - 14:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-WLG Wellington
50h 44m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,092American Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 22:30WLG  Wellington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:00 - 00:05RDU  Raleigh-Durham-WLG Wellington
44h 05m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,099United Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 22:30WLG  Wellington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:39 - 00:05RDU  Raleigh-Durham-WLG Wellington
43h 26m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,104United Airlines
Sun, 7 Mar - Thu, 18 Mar
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12:15 - 07:31ZQN  Queenstown Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
37h 16m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
18:27 - 14:05RDU  Raleigh-Durham-ZQN Queenstown Intl
50h 38m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,508United Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
American Airlines Logo
06:05 - 17:30WLG  Wellington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
19:31 - 17:20RDU  Raleigh-Durham-WLG Wellington
27h 49m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl
$2,574American Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
American Airlines Logo
06:05 - 17:06WLG  Wellington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 01m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
19:31 - 14:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-WLG Wellington
49h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,672American Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
American Airlines Logo
06:05 - 17:06WLG  Wellington-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 01m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
19:31 - 14:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-WLG Wellington
49h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,687American Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 16:49ZQN  Queenstown Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
50h 49m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
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11:39 - 12:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-ZQN Queenstown Intl
32h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl
$2,706American Airlines
Sun, 7 Mar - Thu, 18 Mar
United Airlines Logo
12:15 - 17:24ZQN  Queenstown Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
47h 09m3 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
18:27 - 14:05RDU  Raleigh-Durham-ZQN Queenstown Intl
50h 38m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,839United Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 13:49ZQN  Queenstown Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
39h 44m3 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:00 - 09:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-ZQN Queenstown Intl
30h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$2,854United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New Zealand to Raleigh flights

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How much is a flight to Raleigh?

A return flight to Raleigh costs $2,185 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Nelson average $1,954, while Auckland runs a bit higher at $2,231.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Raleigh?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Raleigh at $1,822 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $2,539.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Raleigh?

Afternoon flights to Raleigh are the cheapest at $1,955 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $2,388.

What is a good deal for flights to Raleigh?

Flights under $1,904 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Raleigh at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Auckland $1,816.

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Key details for flights to Raleigh

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$1,499
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights to Raleigh

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Your questions about flights to Raleigh, answered

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

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Raleigh?

    American Airlines operates the most flights from New Zealand to Raleigh at 0 per week, while Qantas Airways is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to Raleigh. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • How far is Raleigh-Durham from Raleigh city centre?

    Raleigh-Durham is 17.6 km from Raleigh city centre.

  • How do I know if a flight to Raleigh is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Raleigh is around $1,904 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

Your guide to booking Raleigh flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Raleigh, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $1,904 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Raleigh in October. Return fares historically average $1,904 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to midday to save up to $433 per return. Midday flights to Raleigh average $1,955 compared to $2,388 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

Reviews of the top airline flying to Raleigh

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Raleigh? 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.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1100 reviews
7.2Entertainment
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
7.0Food
7.4Comfort
Airline reviews

Overall, it was a very good experience. I would have given it a 10/10, especially based on our flight from SFO to Melbourne. The cabin crew on that flight were wonderful and incredibly attentive. They took extra care when setting up our beds so we could sleep comfortably without being disturbed. Dinner was served promptly and smoothly. I woke up quite late, when the flight was already preparing for landing, and the crew still made sure I was taken care of. They brought me English tea in a proper cup, and when it was time to prepare the cabin for landing, they thoughtfully transferred it into a takeaway cup so I could continue enjoying it along with some breakfast. Those small, thoughtful gestures made the long flight feel much more comfortable and special. The service from the SFO to Melbourne crew was truly excellent.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2026
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Overall, it was a very good experience. I would have given it a 10/10, especially based on our flight from SFO to Melbourne. The cabin crew on that flight were wonderful and incredibly attentive. They took extra care when setting up our beds so we could sleep comfortably without being disturbed. Dinner was served promptly and smoothly. I woke up quite late, when the flight was already preparing for landing, and the crew still made sure I was taken care of. They brought me English tea in a proper cup, and when it was time to prepare the cabin for landing, they thoughtfully transferred it into a takeaway cup so I could continue enjoying it along with some breakfast. Those small, thoughtful gestures made the long flight feel much more comfortable and special. The service from the SFO to Melbourne crew was truly excellent.

Having the computer outage compounded by delayed takeoff while waiting for aircrew (who were also delayed) resulted in me missing my int’l flight

We had a cancellation due to weather, but the American Airlines staff was very helpful. Once we got on a plane, the trip was great.

Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

We booked with Qantas instead of Delta and we instead flew on American Airlines. American is not our favorite to go on. No leg room and the width of seats are a joke. Your are packed like sardines on American flights.

they ran out of fruit for breakfast and so I just had a yogurt instead. other than that the flight was good

Everything was great from the staff to the seats and food. The plane was timely taking off and landing.. I couldn't have asked for a better experience (especially on such a long flight)

Overall a positive experience. As long as you are not connecting-I found the discount offered by Kayak and the customer service to be very good.

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