Raleigh/Durham to Charlotte (RDU–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RDU–CLT is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 130 miles in approximately 0h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 154 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: IB | 116 | 321, 738, 7M8 | 0h59-1h22 | Oneworld | IB | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Raleigh/Durham
| Metric | RDU→CLT | FAY→CLT | GSO→CLT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RDU | – | 62 mi | 66 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 123 | 81 | 114 |
| Flight time | 0h 59m | 1h 9m | 0h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RDU: EDT · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte.
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.
No rail connects CLT to the city. Uber and Lyft to Uptown Charlotte cost $18–30 (15–20 minutes). Taxis are metered, slightly more expensive.CATS Route 5 bus runs to downtown ($2.20, 45 min). Rental cars are in an on-site facility attached to the terminal. The airport's single main terminal with concourses A–E is connected by an underground people mover; clear security at your concourse, not at the central checkpoint, to save time.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Charlotte sits in a region with high storm frequency. Winters are generally mild (1–10°C) but ice storms hit 2–4 times per year and are highly disruptive since Charlotte has limited de-icing infrastructure.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most stable season. Snow is rare but the city is poorly equipped to handle it when it arrives.
RDU–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RDU to CLT
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 123 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RDU to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RDU to CLT ranges from 0 hours 59 minutes to 1 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 130 miles (209 km). There are approximately 123 weekly flights outbound and 124 return, totaling 247 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
154 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PDK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fayetteville (FAY), Greensboro (GSO) and Greenville (PGV).