Houston to Raleigh/Durham (IAH–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–RDU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,041 miles in approximately 2h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: NZ | 30 | 319, 738, 73G, E75L, E7W | 2h47-2h57 | Star Alliance | NZ | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | 32Q | 2h33 | – | Y4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Houston
| Metric | IAH→RDU | HOU→RDU | CLL→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 51 | 8 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 52m | 2h 40m | 3h 11m |
| Departure OTP | 65% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
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.
IAH–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to RDU
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Frontier. With 51 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to RDU is about 2 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,041 miles (1,675 km). There are approximately 51 weekly flights outbound and 65 return, totaling 116 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Pensacola, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).