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

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Cheap Flights from SMF to RDU starting at $170 One Way, $414 Round Trip

Prices starting at $414 for return flights and $170 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.

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 3
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$414 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$414
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 18 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Thu, Dec 3, priced at $414 found 3 days ago
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$415 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$415
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 6 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Wed, Feb 10, priced at $415 found 5 days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$420 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$420
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 8 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $420 found 6 days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$423 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$423
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 8 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $423 found 5 days ago
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Jan 5
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$433 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$433
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 23 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jan 5, priced at $433 found 6 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
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$124 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$95 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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! (3,200 reviews)
"Two lights were not working in our room. Breakfast is terrible."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
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 Dec 6 to Dec 7
$121 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown

2 out of 5
3201 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$76 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

3 out of 5
2610 Westinghouse Blvd Raleigh NC
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$124 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,704 reviews)
"Very nice staff. Clean room. Good value for a short stay."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
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 22 to Nov 23
$120 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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! (2,192 reviews)
"All of the hotel staff was warm, friendly and helpful. I felt comfortable and safe during my stay. I had an appt at Duke and they insisted on taking me there and back by their free shuttle instead of trying to walk across the street for my safety. The room was clean and inviting. I would definitely ..."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Hilton Raleigh North Hills
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
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$85 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$95 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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! (3,200 reviews)
"Two lights were not working in our room. Breakfast is terrible."

Reviewed on Nov 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
$76 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
$86 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The first room we got, it smelled of heavy smoke. The receptionist gave attitude about it at first, but then got us a different room. The 2nd room was clean, but the tub faucet and handle looked like they were about to fall off."

Reviewed on Nov 7, 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 22 to Nov 23
$73 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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. ...
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
"did not look like in the pictures."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

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
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$85 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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 Nov 15 to Nov 16
$79 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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! (1,007 reviews)
"I was very disappointed with the cleanliness of the room. It was dirty when I arrived and did not feel properly cleaned or ready for guests. Basic cleanliness should be a priority at any hotel, and the condition of the room made it hard to feel comfortable during my stay. I expected better and would ..."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 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
$87 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
$99 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
$85 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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
$82 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$93 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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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