Indianapolis to Raleigh/Durham (IND–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IND–RDU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 488 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 111 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | CR9 | 1h45 | SkyTeam | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 1 | – | 1h50 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Indianapolis
| Metric | IND→RDU | CVG→RDU | CMI→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IND | – | 98 mi | 107 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 7 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 45m | 1h 25m | 2h 14m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IND: EDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Indianapolis, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
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.
IND–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IND to RDU
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IND to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IND to RDU ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 488 miles (785 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
111 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via LUK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cincinnati / Covington (CVG), Savoy (CMI) and Cincinnati (LUK).