Philadelphia to Raleigh/Durham (PNE–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Philadelphia to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 356 mi 1h 15m nonstop 12 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PNE and RDU, connecting options are available through 12 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PNE to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
PNE → RDU
40%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
40%
Return
RDU → PNE
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
58%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RDU delays →

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Philadelphia

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric PNE→RDU TTN→RDU PHL→RDU
Distance from PNE 17 mi 19 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 10
Weekly flights 1 1 128
Flight time 1h 15m 0h 58m 1h 9m
Airports within 200 miles of PNE 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 Philadelphia.
PNE: EDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
356 mi / 573 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 15m.
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.

PNE–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Philadelphia to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance356 mi / 573 km
Flight time1h 15m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: PNE
IATA / ICAOPNE / KPNE
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation120 ft / 37 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PNE to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Northeast Philadelphia Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 1h 15m. The route covers 356 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PNE to RDU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAV, CLT, LGA, CLE, MEM, ROC, BTV, PBI, LWM, MIA, FLL and SLC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include TTN, PHL and ACY. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 PNE to RDU

Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PNE to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PNE to RDU ranges from 1 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 356 miles (573 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SAV. Nearby alternative airports include Ewing Township (TTN), Philadelphia (PHL) and Atlantic City (ACY).