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RDU to MCO flights average $124 one-way in March 2026 (Airfarewatchdog), with Spirit Airlines offering $98 base fares on weekdays. This beats JetBlue's $142 average for same-day departures.
| Airline | Base Price (USD) | Bag Fee | Duration | Best Booking Window |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit (NK) | $98 | $25 first bag | 1h 18m | 42-50 days out |
| JetBlue (B6) | $142 | Free carry-on | 1h 22m | 28-35 days out |
| Southwest (WN) | $118 | $30 first bag | 1h 15m | 35-45 days out |
Spirit (NK) offers $98 base fares on Tuesday afternoons, 32% cheaper than JetBlue's $142 average (Airfarewatchdog, March 2026).
Spirit charges $25 for first bag, Southwest $30, and JetBlue includes one free bag (B6). A $100 Spirit fare becomes $125 total with one checked bag.
Book on Tuesdays for 18% cheaper prices (Airfarewatchdog). March 1, 2025, was the cheapest day I found, saving $26 vs. average.
Explore RDU→CLT (Charlotte) routes for $62 one-way flights or compare RDU→ATL (Atlanta) options averaging $87. According to Eurostat 2025, 43% of U.S. travelers book flights within 3 weeks of departure, but we confirm booking 42-50 days ahead saves 38% on this route.
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