Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Raleigh?

Flights from Sydney to Raleigh usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Raleigh?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Raleigh: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Raleigh pass through?

One-stop flights from Sydney to Raleigh most commonly connect through: • Los Angeles (LAX) – 51% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) – 25% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 18% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 7% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Raleigh?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Sydney to Raleigh. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,659 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,320, a difference of $661. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

Raleigh Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Sydney to Raleigh?

A direct flight from Sydney to Raleigh takes 00m, covering 24,934 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Raleigh?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Sydney to Raleigh changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,125 to $3,902. That means the highest observed fare was about 83% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Sydney to Raleigh looking right now?

One-way fares from Sydney to Raleigh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,914, which is 122% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Raleigh?

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 26m, compared to 21h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 22h 45m via San Francisco (SFO).

What is the time difference between Sydney and Raleigh?

Raleigh is 15 hours behind Sydney (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $86 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Alamo • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Raleigh flight?

Return flights from Sydney to Raleigh range from $1,566 to $2,314, with an average of $1,783 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,566 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Raleigh?

Return flights from Sydney to Raleigh typically range from $1,566 to $2,314. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,125 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Raleigh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Raleigh. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Raleigh?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Raleigh at $1,134 return. •December ($2,396) and March ($2,300) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sydney to Raleigh?

United Airlines ($2,125) and Delta ($2,178) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Sydney to Raleigh according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Raleigh?

Los Angeles (LAX) is the most popular stopover for the Sydney to Raleigh route. 51% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via LAX.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Raleigh?

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,901. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Raleigh, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Raleigh stopovers at 12h 01m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec

09:15 - 15:44SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

22h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

20:10 - 06:20RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$2,125United Airlines

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11:20 - 21:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

26h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Newark

20:10 - 06:20RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$2,125United Airlines

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Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec

09:15 - 15:44SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

22h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

17:57 - 06:20RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 23m1 stop San Francisco

$2,125United Airlines

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10:40 - 17:57SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

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10:39 - 08:30RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 51m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$2,178Delta

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10:40 - 17:57SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

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19:07 - 08:30RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 23m1 stop Los Angeles

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10:40 - 17:08SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

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32h 00m3 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

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19:40 - 11:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

32h 00m3 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

12:30 - 12:25RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 55m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Melbourne

$2,793Multiple Airlines

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11:20 - 20:33SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

49h 13m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

13:20 - 09:35RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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49h 13m3 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

13:20 - 09:35RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

52h 15m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,902Air Canada

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11:10 - 17:06SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

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24h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

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09:15 - 17:41SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

24h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:54 - 07:00RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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10:40 - 19:03SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

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27h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles

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11:10 - 08:04SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

36h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

14:12 - 06:55RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,109American Airlines

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11:50 - 16:17SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-RDU Raleigh-Durham

20h 27m1 stop San Francisco

16:40 - 09:20RDU Raleigh-Durham-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 40m1 stop San Francisco

$3,047United Airlines

3+ days ago

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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Raleigh flights

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Raleigh? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Raleigh departing in December.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Raleigh?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Raleigh. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Raleigh? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Sydney to Raleigh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Raleigh at $1,134 return.
•December ($2,396) and March ($2,300) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Raleigh?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Raleigh:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Sydney to Raleigh?
A direct flight from Sydney to Raleigh takes 00m, covering 24,934 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Raleigh?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Raleigh flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Raleigh range from $1,566 to $2,314, with an average of $1,783 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,566 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Sydney to Raleigh changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,125 to $3,902. That means the highest observed fare was about 83% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Raleigh looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Raleigh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,914, which is 122% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?
Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $86 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Raleigh?
Flights from Sydney to Raleigh usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Raleigh pass through?
One-stop flights from Sydney to Raleigh most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) – 51% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Raleigh?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Sydney to Raleigh. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,659 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,320, a difference of $661.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Raleigh?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 26m, compared to 21h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 22h 45m via San Francisco (SFO).
What is the time difference between Sydney and Raleigh?
Raleigh is 15 hours behind Sydney (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?
Raleigh Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,659, about $661 less than Monday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Raleigh trip for January. Fares historically average $1,134 return in that month – typically $1,263 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.

• Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
• Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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