Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham (FTY–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
356 mi 1h 13m nonstop 33 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FTY and RDU, connecting options are available through 33 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FTY to RDU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~17h
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 Atlanta

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric FTY→RDU ATL→RDU PDK→RDU
Distance from FTY 11 mi 14 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 13 4
Weekly flights 0 308
Flight time 1h 13m 1h 18m 1h 27m
Airports within 200 miles of FTY with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Raleigh/Durham is 0 hours the same as Atlanta.
FTY: EDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
356 mi / 573 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 13m.
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.

FTY–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance356 mi / 573 km
Flight time1h 13m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: FTY
IATA / ICAOFTY / KFTY
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FTY to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Fulton County Airport Brown Field to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 1h 13m. The route covers 356 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AVL, CHS, GSO, PDK, CLT, TYS, BHM, UST, SSI, IAD, MEM, UOX, SRQ, RSW, MDW, PBI, MSY, YYZ, FLL, JFK, SUS, BOS, MIA, HOU, IAH, DAL, CMH, SAT, TEB, TUL, AUS, PHX and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from RDU to FTY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ATL, PDK and CHA. 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 FTY to RDU

Fulton County Airport Brown Field (FTY) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FTY to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FTY to RDU ranges from 1 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 356 miles (573 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via AVL. Nearby alternative airports include Atlanta (ATL), Atlanta (PDK) and Chattanooga (CHA).