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

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Cheap Flights from SMF to RDU starting at $111 One Way, $271 Round Trip

Prices starting at $271 for return flights and $111 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.

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$271 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 24 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Sat, Oct 31, priced at $271 found 6 days ago
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$289 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $289 found 6 days ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 7
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$307 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $307 found 6 days ago
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$313 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $313 found 18 hours ago
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$357 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$357
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $357 found 18 hours 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 18 to Oct 19
$119 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 ...
Hyatt Place 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
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$96 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (3,296 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

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

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

2 out of 5
104 Factory Shops Rd Morrisville NC
$77 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$87 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
Microtel Inn by Wyndham 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.

Hotels In Raleigh

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$129 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 ...
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
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 Oct 11 to Oct 12
$172 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the beautiful fragrance. If they had that in a bottle I would have bought some! The staff was friendly and helpful. I was feeling a bit sick at my stomach from all the travel and they had some Tums for sale! Score! Comfortable bed, spotless room. I felt ..."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

3.5 out of 5
4500 Marriott Drive Raleigh NC
$143 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$162 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was great and helpful, but the room was not what I booked, and they were booked up for the weekend so no changes could be made. They did give me a free voucher for breakfast."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
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
$77 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$87 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
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
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$96 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (3,296 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 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
$74 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$84 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
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 Oct 11 to Oct 12
$73 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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
$77 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$87 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
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
$70 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$79 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"More towels in room"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

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
$101 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$115 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 ...
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
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$96 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
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
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$95 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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.

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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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