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

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Raleigh/Durham to Lakeland
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 577 mi 1h 26m nonstop 33 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and LAL, connecting options are available through 33 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to LAL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
395
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Lakeland from Raleigh/Durham

Nearby airports with service to Lakeland Linder International Airport.
Metric RDU→LAL USA→LAL
Distance from RDU – 113 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 2
Flight time 1h 26m 1h 43m
Departure OTP 65% –
Concord (USA) to Lakeland flights
Airports within 200 miles of RDU with service to Lakeland Linder International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Lakeland is 0 hours the same as Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · LAL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 PM in Lakeland.
Distance & Flight Time
577 mi / 929 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 26m.
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–LAL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Lakeland route.
Route details
Distance577 mi / 929 km
Flight time1h 26m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: LAL
Full nameLakeland Linder International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAL / KLAL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation142 ft / 43 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to LAL flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lakeland Linder International Airport take approximately 1h 26m. The route covers 577 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RDU to LAL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GMU, SFB, BHM, TYS, PBI, MLB, MIA, IAD, PHL, CVG, DAL, LGA, MDW, HVN, BDL, DTW, JFK, HOU, IAH, AUS, PLS, PHX, SLC, LAS, PDX, SNA, SJC, SMF, BNA, ATL, MCO, SJU and ROC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from LAL to RDU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include USA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 LAL

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDU to LAL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to LAL ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 577 miles (929 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via GMU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Concord (USA).