Cheap flights from SMF to RDU (Sacramento Intl. to Raleigh - Durham Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SMF to RDU starting at $110 One Way, $254 Round Trip

Prices starting at $254 for return flights and $110 for one-way flights to Raleigh - Durham Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$254 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 17 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Mon, Nov 23, priced at $254 found 6 days ago
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$267 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 17 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Mon, Nov 23, priced at $267 found 6 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$267 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $267 found 6 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$271 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $271 found 6 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$272 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $272 found 6 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Raleigh - Durham Intl.

Airport Hotels near Raleigh - Durham Intl.

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

3 out of 5
200 Airgate Dr Morrisville NC
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$119 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,457 reviews)
"No one told us we had to request housekeeping. After 3 days we requested and on the 4th day housekeeping finally showed up The hotel has no emergency action plan when it comes to Tornadoes. As a Safety Engineer I know what to do but when I asked the staff they were like Duh I don't know. Staff had ..."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

2 out of 5
104 Factory Shops Rd Morrisville NC
$74 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$84 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,240 reviews)
"It was well located and easy to get to for what we needed it for. It needs a bit of updating but it was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
$107 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$121 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Raleigh

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St Raleigh NC
$152 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$172 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"if was ok clean not much to do in the area in walking distance"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
$106 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$120 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,119 reviews)
"amazing and understanding staff! they truly care about their customers."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

3 out of 5
200 Airgate Dr Morrisville NC
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$119 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,457 reviews)
"No one told us we had to request housekeeping. After 3 days we requested and on the 4th day housekeeping finally showed up The hotel has no emergency action plan when it comes to Tornadoes. As a Safety Engineer I know what to do but when I asked the staff they were like Duh I don't know. Staff had ..."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Raleigh Hotels With Airport Transportation

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

2 out of 5
104 Factory Shops Rd Morrisville NC
$74 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$84 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,240 reviews)
"It was well located and easy to get to for what we needed it for. It needs a bit of updating but it was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

3 out of 5
1001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
$82 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$93 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,271 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh-Airport-Research Triangle Park

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh-Airport-Research Triangle Park

2 out of 5
1000 Airport Blvd Morrisville NC
$72 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$82 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It was clean and nice"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh-Airport-Research Triangle Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Raleigh Hotels

Red Roof Inn Durham - Duke Univ Medical Center

Red Roof Inn Durham - Duke Univ Medical Center

2 out of 5
1915 N Pointe Drive Durham NC
$64 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$73 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Red Roof Inn Durham - Duke Univ Medical Center
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

2 out of 5
104 Factory Shops Rd Morrisville NC
$74 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$84 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,240 reviews)
"It was well located and easy to get to for what we needed it for. It needs a bit of updating but it was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
Red Roof Inn Raleigh North-Crabtree Mall/Lenovo Center

Red Roof Inn Raleigh North-Crabtree Mall/Lenovo Center

2 out of 5
3921 Arrow Dr Raleigh NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
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Red Roof Inn Raleigh North-Crabtree Mall/Lenovo Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Raleigh

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

3 out of 5
201 Airgate Dr Morrisville NC
$98 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$111 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,936 reviews)
"Nice clean room. Shuttle to & back from airport was a great pus!"

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh/Durham Southpoint

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh/Durham Southpoint

3 out of 5
1910 Westpark Dr Durham NC
$73 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$83 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,051 reviews)
"The room was very clean. The pathway to it was not so spectacular. Carpet needs replaced. 1 of the exterior doors that takes a room key to operate works.... that's one of 3!"

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh/Durham Southpoint
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

3 out of 5
4414 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd Durham NC
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$96 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SMF to RDU Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SMF Address & GPS
Address:
6900 Airport Boulevard
Sacramento CA, 95837
United States
IATA Code:
SMF
Longitude:
-121.593695
Latitude:
38.692283
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
RDU Address & GPS
Address:
Raleigh/Durham NC, 27623
United States
IATA Code:
RDU
Longitude:
-78.790862
Latitude:
35.873592
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Raleigh–Durham Airport?
You're going to need to change planes if you're planning to get from Sacramento Airport to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). A number of airlines service this route with just one stopover, including Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The shortest flight from Sacramento Airport to RDU is 5 hours and 57 minutes. Grab your favorite tipple from the drink cart, hone your travel itinerary or listen to that podcast — you'll have enough time on this medium-haul trip.
How many hours flight from Sacramento Airport to RDU?
It usually takes around 6 hours and 1 minute to journey from SMF to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). You'll be sitting down for a decent amount of time, so take plenty of entertainment, like an audiobook or a few podcasts.
What airlines have the most flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Raleigh–Durham Airport?
At the moment, there are no airlines that advertise direct flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Raleigh–Durham Airport. But don't worry. There are loads of single or multi-stop options available.

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