Houston to Raleigh/Durham (DWH–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,050 mi 2h 25m nonstop +1h ahead 25 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DWH and RDU, connecting options are available through 25 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWH to RDU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric DWH→RDU IAH→RDU HOU→RDU
Distance from DWH 14 mi 33 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 4
Weekly flights 0 45 8
Flight time 2h 25m 2h 35m 2h 11m
Airports within 200 miles of DWH with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
DWH: CDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
1,050 mi / 1,690 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 25m.
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.

DWH–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance1,050 mi / 1,690 km
Flight time2h 25m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: DWH
IATA / ICAODWH / KDWH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation152 ft / 46 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DWH to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 2h 25m. The route covers 1,050 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, SAV, MSY, CLT, JAX, ATL, PDK, TPA, CMH, DAL, DFW, MDW, IAD, PBI, BWI, FLL, PHL, GCM, MIA, BOS, PSP, SLC, LAS, SAN and SNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
Nearby alternatives include IAH, HOU and CLL. 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 DWH to RDU

David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DWH to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWH to RDU ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,050 miles (1,690 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BNA. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH), Houston (HOU) and College Station (CLL).