Denver to Raleigh/Durham (APA–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Denver to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,442 mi 2h 58m nonstop +2h ahead 30 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between APA and RDU, connecting options are available through 30 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for APA to RDU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
206
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
APA → RDU
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
Return
RDU → APA
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RDU delays →

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Denver

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric APA→RDU DEN→RDU EGE→RDU
Distance from APA 22 mi 110 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 1
Weekly flights 1 49 1
Flight time 2h 58m 2h 58m 2h 56m
Airports within 200 miles of APA with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Raleigh/Durham is 2 hours ahead of Denver.
APA: MDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 8:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
1,442 mi / 2,320 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 58m.
Getting from RDU

Uber and Lyft from RDU to downtown Raleigh cost $20–30 (20–25 min); to downtown Durham: $18–25 (15–20 min). Pickup zones are on the lower level at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Taxis are available at the curb ($30–40 to Raleigh).GoTriangle Route 100 ($2.25) is a budget option to downtown Raleigh and Durham; check hours before relying on it for evening or early-morning flights. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings with cars in the adjacent garage. Chapel Hill is 20–25 minutes via US-15-501.

Raleigh/Durham Climate

Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild but variable winters. Summer (June–August) temperatures reach 33–37°C with high humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent and can cause ground holds. The region sits in a tornado risk corridor during spring (April–May).

Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 2–12°C. The Piedmont of North Carolina experiences ice storms. Freezing rain events, common every 1–2 years, are the primary disruption risk. Snow is lighter than areas further north, but ice can be severe. Autumn (September–November) is the most operationally stable season.

APA–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Denver to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance1,442 mi / 2,320 km
Flight time2h 58m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: APA
IATA / ICAOAPA / KAPA
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,885 ft / 1,794 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about APA to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Centennial Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 2h 58m. The route covers 1,442 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from APA to RDU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, MCI, MKE, EGE, MDW, MSP, MEM, IAD, PIE, PBI, HOU, PHL, MCO, LGA, SLC, SRQ, YUL, AUS, FLL, BOS, PHX, MIA, VNY, RSW, SNA, YYC, LAX, SFO, LAS and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 2 hours ahead of Denver.
Nearby alternatives include DEN and EGE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from APA to RDU

Centennial Airport (APA) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

APA to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from APA to RDU ranges from 2 hours 58 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,442 miles (2,320 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Denver (DEN) and Eagle (EGE).