Los Angeles to Raleigh/Durham (LAX–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–RDU is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Qantas and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,234 miles in approximately 4h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 117 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS | 20 | 321, 738 | 4h36-4h55 | Oneworld | AS | |
| QF Qantas | 14 | 738 | 4h48-4h54 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, LA, VS | 7 | 739 | 4h28 | SkyTeam | AF, LA, VS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→RDU | LGB→RDU | BUR→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 17 mi | 18 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 62 | – | – |
| Flight time | 4h 36m | 4h 11m | 3h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 86% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a 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.
LAX–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to RDU
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Qantas. With 62 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to RDU ranges from 4 hours 36 minutes to 4 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,234 miles (3,595 km). There are approximately 62 weekly flights outbound and 74 return, totaling 136 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
117 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Long Beach (LGB), Burbank (BUR) and Santa Ana (SNA).