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

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Raleigh/Durham to
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 11,598 mi 12h 11m nonstop +12h ahead 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and BUY, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to BUY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~18h
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.

Other ways to reach from Raleigh/Durham

Nearby airports with service to Bunbury Airport.
Metric RDU→BUY PGV→BUY USA→BUY
Distance from RDU 80 mi 113 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 12h 11m 0h 37m 0h 27m
Departure OTP 78%
Airports within 200 miles of RDU with service to Bunbury Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+12h
is 12 hours ahead of Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · BUY: AWST

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in .
Distance & Flight Time
11,598 mi / 18,664 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 12h 11m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before boarding. Apply through the Australian ETA app (subclass 601). The ETA costs AUD 20, is valid for 12 months with multiple entries, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is usually instant. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

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–BUY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to route.
Route details
Distance11,598 mi / 18,664 km
Flight time12h 11m
Time difference+12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: BUY
IATA / ICAOBUY / YBUN
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Elevation53 ft / 16 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to BUY flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bunbury Airport take approximately 12h 11m. The route covers 11,598 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RDU to BUY.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, RIC, SAV, BWI, IAD, PHL, BHM, TPA, HOU, SFB, BNA, JFK, SRQ, BOS, DAL and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
is 12 hours ahead of Raleigh/Durham.
Nearby alternatives include PGV and USA. 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 RDU to BUY

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

RDU to BUY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to BUY ranges from 12 hours 11 minutes. The route covers a distance of 11,598 miles (18,664 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CHS. Nearby alternative airports include Greenville (PGV) and Concord (USA).