Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham (PDK–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 342 mi 1h 27m nonstop 76 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PDK and RDU, connecting options are available through 76 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PDK to RDU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
76
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
320
Candidates
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Atlanta

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric PDK→RDU ATL→RDU CHA→RDU
Distance from PDK – 18 mi 95 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 13 2
Weekly flights 1 308 2
Flight time 1h 27m 1h 18m 1h 5m
Atlanta (ATL) to Raleigh/Durham flights · Chattanooga (CHA) to Raleigh/Durham flights · Knoxville/Maryville (TYS) to Raleigh/Durham flights
Airports within 200 miles of PDK with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
342 mi / 550 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 27m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PDK–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance342 mi / 550 km
Flight time1h 27m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections76 hubs
Origin: PDK
Full nameDeKalb Peachtree Airport
IATA / ICAOPDK / KPDK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation1,003 ft / 306 m
Destination: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PDK to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from DeKalb Peachtree Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 1h 27m. The route covers 342 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PDK to RDU. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CEU, CHS, UZA, CHA, GSO, CLT, TYS, AGS, SAV, ORF, MGW, SSI, JAX, BNA, PIE, CMH, IAD, SFB, SDF, PIT, CLE, TPA, ECP, UOX, TEB, MCO, DAB, MEM, PHL, IND, SRQ, ATL, MHH, MDW, BCT, SWF, PBI, FMY, MSY, SUA, EWR, RSW, LGA, YYZ, OKC, BDL, NAS, BOS, BED, MIA, DAL, HOU, IAH, YUL, MSP, GCM, AUS, DFW, SJU, TUL, DEN, SLC, FLL, VNY, PSP, PHX, BUR, LAS, TUS, SNA, LAX, PDX, SFO, CAE, BWI and BHM. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from RDU to PDK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ATL, CHA and TYS. 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 PDK to RDU

DeKalb Peachtree Airport (PDK) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PDK to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PDK to RDU ranges from 1 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 342 miles (550 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

76 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CEU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Atlanta (ATL), Chattanooga (CHA) and Knoxville/Maryville (TYS).