Miami to Raleigh/Durham (MIA–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MIA–RDU is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 702 miles in approximately 1h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 165 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, BA, G3, IB, QR | 62 | 319, 32Q, 738, E75, E75S | 1h53-2h21 | Oneworld | AY, BA, G3, IB, QR | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM, VS | 7 | 319 | 2h18 | SkyTeam | AM, VS | |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | 32N | 2h05 | – | – | |
| GXA GXA | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Miami
| Metric | MIA→RDU | OPF→RDU | FLL→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MIA | – | 8 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 3 | 12 |
| Weekly flights | 123 | – | 49 |
| Flight time | 1h 41m | 1h 43m | 2h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 59% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MIA: EDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Miami, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Metrorail Orange Line runs from downtown Miami to the MIA station (15 min from Government Center, $2.25). The MIA Mover people mover connects Metrorail to the terminal; free. Tri-Rail commuter rail serves the airport from Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach ($3.75–6.90).Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Miami Beach, $10–20 from downtown.
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.
MIA–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MIA to RDU
Miami International Airport (MIA) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier and GXA. With 123 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MIA to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MIA to RDU ranges from 1 hours 41 minutes to 2 hours 21 minutes. The route covers a distance of 702 miles (1,130 km). There are approximately 123 weekly flights outbound and 179 return, totaling 302 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
165 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SFB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and West Palm Beach (PBI).