Raleigh/Durham to Denver (RDU–APA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,442 mi 3h 6m nonstop -2h behind 63 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and APA, connecting options are available through 63 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to APA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
63
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
264
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Denver is 2 hours behind Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · APA: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 4:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
1,442 mi / 2,320 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 6m.
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.

Facts

RDU–APA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Denver route.
Route details
Distance1,442 mi / 2,320 km
Flight time3h 6m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections63 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: APA
Full nameCentennial Airport
IATA / ICAOAPA / KAPA
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,885 ft / 1,794 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to APA flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Centennial Airport take approximately 3h 6m. The route covers 1,442 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BJC, DSM, IND, MKE, CHS, ASE, CMH, SAV, MLI, CLT, PIT, STL, BHM, MDW, BNA, IAD, MSP, PIA, DEN, PHL, BZN, HOU, DCA, MCI, SAT, ORD, BCT, AUS, YYZ, IAH, DFW, NAS, TPA, LGA, MSY, SLC, BOS, FLL, PBI, PSP, SRQ, MCO, YOW, PDX, VNY, RNO, MIA, PHX, BFI, SJC, SAN, SNA, PLS, OAK, SMF, YVR, LAX, LIR, SFO, LAS, SEA, SJU and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 2 hours behind Raleigh/Durham.
Yes, return flights from APA to RDU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 APA

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Centennial Airport (APA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDU to APA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to APA ranges from 3 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,442 miles (2,320 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BJC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.