Miami to Raleigh/Durham (MIA–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MIA–RDU is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 702 miles in approximately 2h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, BA, G3, IB, QR | 63 | 319, 32Q, 738, E75 | 1h58-3h27 | Oneworld | AY, BA, G3, IB, QR | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM, LY, VS | 7 | 319 | 2h25 | SkyTeam | AM, LY, VS | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | 32N | 2h17 | – | Y4 | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| GXA GXA | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Miami
| Metric | MIA→RDU | OPF→RDU | FLL→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MIA | – | 8 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 6 | 15 |
| Weekly flights | 142 | – | 67 |
| Flight time | 2h 18m | 1h 53m | 1h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 68% | – | – |
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 Southwest Airlines. With 142 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MIA to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MIA to RDU is about 2 hours 18 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 702 miles (1,130 km). There are approximately 142 weekly flights outbound and 190 return, totaling 332 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tampa, Orlando and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and West Palm Beach (PBI).