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

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Raleigh/Durham to Houston
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,044 mi 3h nonstop -1h behind 3 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and EFD, connecting options are available through 3 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to EFD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
MSY ~5h 11m DAL ~5h 27m SJC ~9h 51m
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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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RDU → EFD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
EFD → RDU
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RDU delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Houston is 1 hour behind Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · EFD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 5:00 PM in Houston.
Distance & Flight Time
1,044 mi / 1,680 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 0m.
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–EFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Houston route.
Route details
Distance1,044 mi / 1,680 km
Flight time3h
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: EFD
Full nameEllington Airport
IATA / ICAOEFD / KEFD
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Elevation32 ft / 10 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to EFD flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Ellington Airport take approximately 3h. The route covers 1,044 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MSY, DAL and SJC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Houston is 1 hour behind Raleigh/Durham.
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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 EFD

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

RDU to EFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to EFD ranges from 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,044 miles (1,680 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MSY.