Norfolk to Raleigh/Durham (ORF–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Norfolk to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 160 mi 0h 31m nonstop 51 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORF and RDU, connecting options are available through 51 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORF to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
51
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,646
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
ORF → RDU
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
100%
Return
RDU → ORF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORF delays → RDU delays →

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Norfolk

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric ORF→RDU EWN→RDU DCA→RDU
Distance from ORF 134 mi 143 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 5
Weekly flights 1 2 94
Flight time 0h 31m 0h 43m 1h 11m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of ORF with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Raleigh/Durham is 0 hours the same as Norfolk.
ORF: EDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Norfolk, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
160 mi / 258 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 31m.
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.

ORF–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Norfolk to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance160 mi / 258 km
Flight time0h 31m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections51 hubs
Origin: ORF
IATA / ICAOORF / KORF
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr4.9M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORF to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Norfolk International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 0h 31m. The route covers 160 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ORF to RDU. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TEB, PIT, CAK, ISP, NAS, STL, RDG, HPN, HVN, IND, PDK, TMB, MEM, SUA, PWM, LWM, BCT, EYW, JAX, HOU, EGE, STT, MSP, DCA, IAD, BWI, PHX, TPA, JFK, CLT, PHL, DEN, BNA, ATL, EWR, MCO, IAH, LGA, FLL, MIA, MDW, ORD, BDL, DTW, DFW, MSY, BOS, RSW, DAL, CUN and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from RDU to ORF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EWN, DCA and IAD. 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 ORF to RDU

Norfolk International Airport (ORF) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ORF to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ORF to RDU ranges from 0 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 160 miles (258 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New Bern (EWN), Washington (DCA) and Dulles (IAD).