Newark to Raleigh/Durham (EWR–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–RDU is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 416 miles in approximately 1h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 127 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: OS | 64 | 319, 739, 7M8, 7M9, E75L, E7W | 1h34-1h58 | Star Alliance | OS | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, LY, SK | 26 | CR9 | 1h46-1h53 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, LY, SK | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 1 | A20N | 1h31 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Newark
| Metric | EWR→RDU | TEB→RDU | LGA→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 6 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 131 | 1 | 188 |
| Flight time | 1h 31m | 1h 11m | 1h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 95% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
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.
EWR–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to RDU
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 131 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to RDU ranges from 1 hours 31 minutes to 1 hours 58 minutes. The route covers a distance of 416 miles (669 km). There are approximately 131 weekly flights outbound and 134 return, totaling 265 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
127 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CHO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and New York (JFK).