Raleigh/Durham to London (RDU–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
RDU–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,863 miles in approximately 7h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, BA, GF, IB, MH | 7 | 772 | 7h15 | Oneworld | AY, BA, GF, IB, MH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
RDU: EDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 11:00 PM in London.
US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.
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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
RDU–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RDU to LHR
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RDU to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RDU to LHR is about 7 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,863 miles (6,216 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Pittsburgh, Boston Logan and Philadelphia. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.