Sioux Falls to Raleigh/Durham (FSD–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Sioux Falls to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1h ahead 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FSD and RDU, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FSD to RDU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
747
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
FSD → RDU
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
79%
Return
RDU → FSD
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
74%
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. FSD delays → RDU delays →

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Sioux Falls

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric FSD→RDU MSP→RDU
Distance from FSD 196 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 27
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of FSD with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Sioux Falls, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
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.

FSD–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Sioux Falls to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: FSD
IATA / ICAOFSD / KFSD
TimezoneAmerica/North_Dakota/New_Salem
Passengers/yr1.4M
Elevation1,429 ft / 436 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FSD to RDU flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, CLE, IND, PIE, MCO, SRQ, PGD, VNY, ATL, MSP, PHX, DFW, ORD, DEN, BNA, FLL and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Sioux Falls.
Nearby alternatives include MSP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Minneapolis (MSP).