Gulf Shores to Raleigh/Durham (GUF–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Gulf Shores to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 643 mi 2h 17m nonstop +1h ahead 14 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between GUF and RDU, connecting options are available through 14 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GUF to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Gulf Shores

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric GUF→RDU PNS→RDU GPT→RDU
Distance from GUF 32 mi 84 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 2
Flight time 2h 17m 1h 53m 1h 55m
Airports within 200 miles of GUF with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Gulf Shores, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
643 mi / 1,034 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 17m.
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.

GUF–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Gulf Shores to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance643 mi / 1,034 km
Flight time2h 17m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: GUF
IATA / ICAOGUF / KJKA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GUF to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Jack Edwards National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 2h 17m. The route covers 643 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from GUF to RDU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BHM, SFB, TYS, PBI, SDF, OKC, IAD, HOU, DSM, DAL, IAH, MCI, CVG and BNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Gulf Shores.
Nearby alternatives include PNS, GPT and ECP. 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 GUF to RDU

Jack Edwards National Airport (GUF) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

GUF to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GUF to RDU ranges from 2 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 643 miles (1,034 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pensacola (PNS), Gulfport (GPT) and Panama City Beach (ECP).