Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Raleigh/Durham (PWK–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
651 mi 1h 26m nonstop +1h ahead 64 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PWK and RDU, connecting options are available through 64 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PWK to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
64
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
221
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Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric PWK→RDU ORD→RDU MDW→RDU
Distance from PWK 9 mi 24 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 15 3
Weekly flights 0 263 19
Flight time 1h 26m 1h 36m 1h 37m
Airports within 200 miles of PWK with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
PWK: CDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
651 mi / 1,048 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 26m.
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.

PWK–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance651 mi / 1,048 km
Flight time1h 26m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections64 hubs
Origin: PWK
IATA / ICAOPWK / KPWK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation647 ft / 197 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PWK to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Executive Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 1h 26m. The route covers 651 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GRR, BHM, GSO, CMH, CLT, PIT, CHA, SDF, IND, CTH, TYS, IAD, TEB, SAV, BUF, BNA, YYZ, FRG, PHL, STL, ALB, MEM, MKC, SFB, EWR, LGA, ATL, PIE, MCI, OKC, SSI, BDL, MCO, BOS, JFK, MSP, MSY, RSW, TMB, PBI, FLL, NAS, SRQ, HOU, DAL, AUS, DEN, BZN, CUN, SLC, YYC, PHX, PSP, LAS, VNY, SJU, BUR, TUS, SNA, SAN, LAX, SFO, MIA and TPA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
Yes, return flights from RDU to PWK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MDW and MKE. 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 PWK to RDU

Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PWK to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PWK to RDU ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 651 miles (1,048 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

64 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via GRR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Chicago (MDW) and Milwaukee (MKE).