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

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Cheap Flights from SMF to RDU starting at $162 One Way, $323 Round Trip

Prices starting at $323 for return flights and $162 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, Aug 12 - Wed, Oct 28
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$323 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 12 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $323 found 4 days ago
Wed, Aug 5 - Sun, Aug 9
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$330 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$330
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Sun, Aug 9, priced at $330 found 6 days ago
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$330 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$330
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 21 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Tue, Jul 28, priced at $330 found 6 days ago
Thu, Aug 27 - Sat, Sep 19
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$332 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $332 found 2 days ago
Thu, Aug 27 - Sat, Sep 19
SMF
Sacramento
RDU
Raleigh
$337 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$337
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from Sacramento to Raleigh, returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $337 found 2 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
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$124 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,157 reviews)
"The hotel shuttle was so convenient! The morning shuttle lady was amazing. So kind and helpful with my 4 grandchildren under 12! The only reason not for a full 5 star is the pool was not cleaned up on a Saturday and the kids were stinky when they got out of the pool."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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
$90 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$102 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,461 reviews)
"Airport shuttle was very timely. Great location. Very close to the airport! Check in was a snap. Lady at the front desk very polite and had a warm smile. Room was clean and comfortable. Toilet was very low. Could be a problem for someone with bad knee or hip. Didn’t have breakfast had an early morning ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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 Jun 9 to Jun 10
$121 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,996 reviews)
"Room was clean and the desk staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

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 Jun 21 to Jun 22
$172 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Great hotel helpful staff"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$134 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,771 reviews)
"Service was great we came in at 3am from Jacksonville FL, they communicated our late check in. Rooms were clean, the hotel is a little old; but overall great."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Hilton Raleigh North Hills
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 Jun 14 to Jun 15
$124 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,157 reviews)
"The hotel shuttle was so convenient! The morning shuttle lady was amazing. So kind and helpful with my 4 grandchildren under 12! The only reason not for a full 5 star is the pool was not cleaned up on a Saturday and the kids were stinky when they got out of the pool."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 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
$76 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$86 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,015 reviews)
"My room was nice and clean. Staff very helpful and friendly. Cool and comfortable beds. Convenient, walkable places to eat. Breakfast was good, enough to get the day started. Loved the convenience of the airport shuttle. Felt safe for a female solo traveler!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 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
$90 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$102 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,461 reviews)
"Airport shuttle was very timely. Great location. Very close to the airport! Check in was a snap. Lady at the front desk very polite and had a warm smile. Room was clean and comfortable. Toilet was very low. Could be a problem for someone with bad knee or hip. Didn’t have breakfast had an early morning ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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
$82 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$93 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Front desk staff were great"

Reviewed on Jun 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

Royal Inn

Royal Inn

2 out of 5
3460 Hillsborough Rd Durham NC
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$95 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
5.8/10 (1,005 reviews)
"Don’t do it hotel is a death trap"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Royal Inn
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 $72 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$72 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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 (1,002 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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
$76 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$86 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,015 reviews)
"My room was nice and clean. Staff very helpful and friendly. Cool and comfortable beds. Convenient, walkable places to eat. Breakfast was good, enough to get the day started. Loved the convenience of the airport shuttle. Felt safe for a female solo traveler!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Raleigh

Royal Inn

Royal Inn

2 out of 5
3460 Hillsborough Rd Durham NC
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$95 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
5.8/10 (1,005 reviews)
"Don’t do it hotel is a death trap"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Royal Inn
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
$97 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$110 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (2,017 reviews)
"Good hotel to stay for short stay"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 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
$78 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$89 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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
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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