Milwaukee to Raleigh/Durham (MKE–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Milwaukee to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 688 mi 1h 38m nonstop +1h ahead 55 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MKE and RDU, connecting options are available through 55 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MKE to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
55
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,899
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MKE → RDU
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
25%
Return
RDU → MKE
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
Arriving
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MKE delays → RDU delays →

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Milwaukee

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric MKE→RDU ORD→RDU MDW→RDU
Distance from MKE 67 mi 81 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 6 2
Weekly flights 1 163 33
Flight time 1h 38m 1h 58m 1h 50m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of MKE with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee.
MKE: CDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Milwaukee, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
688 mi / 1,108 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 38m.
Getting from RDU

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.

Raleigh/Durham Climate

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.

MKE–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Milwaukee to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance688 mi / 1,108 km
Flight time1h 38m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections55 hubs
Origin: MKE
IATA / ICAOMKE / KMKE
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr6.2M
Elevation723 ft / 220 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MKE to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 1h 38m. The route covers 688 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MKE to RDU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BKL, CMH, AVL, CVG, IND, IAD, TEB, SAV, SSI, BED, HPN, HVN, MSY, OKC, PBI, APF, SRQ, OPF, EGE, BCT, APA, MCI, MBJ, SAN, CUN, PHL, BNA, MDW, STL, DCA, JFK, SLC, MSP, ORD, BWI, MIA, CLT, ATL, MCO, PHX, DTW, LAS, TPA, RSW, FLL, LGA, DEN, DFW, IAH, BOS, EWR, AUS, SEA, DAL and PUJ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee.
Nearby alternatives include ORD and MDW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MKE to RDU

General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MKE to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MKE to RDU ranges from 1 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 688 miles (1,108 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

55 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BKL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Chicago (MDW).