Reading to Raleigh/Durham (RDG–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Reading to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 347 mi 1h 26m nonstop 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDG and RDU, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDG to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~11h
Longest
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Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Reading

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric RDG→RDU LNS→RDU PHL→RDU
Distance from RDG 25 mi 52 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 12
Weekly flights 2 138
Flight time 1h 26m 1h 14m 0h 54m
Airports within 200 miles of RDG 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 Reading.
RDG: EDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Reading, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
347 mi / 558 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.

RDG–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Reading to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance347 mi / 558 km
Flight time1h 26m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: RDG
IATA / ICAORDG / KRDG
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation344 ft / 105 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDG to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 1h 26m. The route covers 347 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from RDG to RDU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MMU, TEB, BOS, MKE, CVG, PBI, RSW, PSP and SJC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from RDU to RDG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LNS, PHL and TTN. 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 RDG to RDU

Reading Regional Airport (Carl A Spaatz Field) (RDG) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDG to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDG to RDU ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 347 miles (558 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MMU. Nearby alternative airports include Lancaster (LNS), Philadelphia (PHL) and Ewing Township (TTN).