Raleigh/Durham to Newark (RDU–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RDU–EWR is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 416 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 131 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: OS | 76 | 319, 739, 7M8, B38M, B39M, E7W | 1h40-2h06 | Star Alliance | OS | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, LY, SK | 19 | CR9 | 1h31-1h59 | SkyTeam | AF, LY, SK | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 3 | 320 | 1h51 | – | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Raleigh/Durham
| Metric | RDU→EWR | FAY→EWR | GSO→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RDU | – | 62 mi | 66 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 134 | – | 63 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 33m | 1h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RDU: EDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 PM in Newark.
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.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
RDU–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RDU to EWR
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 134 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RDU to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RDU to EWR ranges from 1 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 416 miles (669 km). There are approximately 134 weekly flights outbound and 131 return, totaling 265 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
131 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CHO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fayetteville (FAY), Greensboro (GSO) and Wilmington (ILM).