Pittsburgh to Raleigh/Durham (PIT–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.
PIT–RDU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Breeze Airways lead the route. The flight covers 328 miles in approximately 1h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 14 | E75L | 1h28-1h32 | Oneworld | – | |
| MX Breeze Airways | 2 | 223 | 1h22 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Pittsburgh
| Metric | PIT→RDU | LBE→RDU | MGW→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PIT | – | 46 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 16 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 28m | 0h 54m | 0h 41m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PIT: EDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Pittsburgh, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
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.
PIT–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PIT to RDU
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Breeze Airways. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PIT to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PIT to RDU is about 1 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 328 miles (528 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall, Washington Dulles and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Latrobe (LBE), Morgantown (MGW) and Akron (CAK).