Raleigh/Durham to Allentown/Bethlehem (RDU–ABE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Allentown/Bethlehem
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
376 mi 1h 20m nonstop 46 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and ABE, connecting options are available through 46 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to ABE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
46
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
691
Candidates
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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.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 PM in Allentown/Bethlehem.
Distance & Flight Time
376 mi / 606 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 20m.
Getting to RDU

No rail connection exists. GoTriangle Route 100 (RDU Express) runs from the Durham Station Transportation Center and downtown Raleigh to the airport for $2.25; takes 35–50 minutes but service is limited in the evenings and does not run all night.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Raleigh: $20–30, 20–25 minutes. From Durham: $18–25, 15–20 minutes. Taxis: $30–40. Long-term parking from $7/day in Economy lots with shuttle service. I-40 provides direct access to both Raleigh and Durham.

RDU–ABE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Allentown/Bethlehem route.
Route details
Distance376 mi / 606 km
Flight time1h 20m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections46 hubs
Origin: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: ABE
IATA / ICAOABE / KABE
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr0.9M
Elevation393 ft / 120 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to ABE flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lehigh Valley International Airport take approximately 1h 20m. The route covers 376 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TEB, IAD, FOK, PIT, MYR, CHS, HPN, ROC, YYZ, LUK, CLE, ALB, SDF, IND, BOS, LAL, SFB, SUA, SYR, STL, MLB, BTV, DAL, PGD, SRQ, PBI, PLS, MIA, RSW, HOU, DFW, AUS, PUJ, SLC, LAS, SJC, SAN, ATL, SFO, CLT, PHL, FLL, BNA, ORD, MCO and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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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 RDU to ABE

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDU to ABE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to ABE ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 376 miles (606 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.