Raleigh/Durham to Atlanta (RDU–RYY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Atlanta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 353 mi 13 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and RYY, connecting options are available through 13 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to RYY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~7h
Longest
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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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Atlanta from Raleigh/Durham

Nearby airports with service to Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field.
Metric RDU→RYY GSO→RYY
Distance from RDU – 66 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2
Weekly flights 1 –
Departure OTP 78% –
Greensboro (GSO) to Atlanta flights
Airports within 200 miles of RDU with service to Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
353 mi / 569 km
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–RYY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance353 mi / 569 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: RYY
Full nameCobb County International Airport-McCollum Field
IATA / ICAORYY / KRYY
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation1,040 ft / 317 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to RYY flights.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RDU to RYY.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PDK, CHS, SAV, CLT, DSI, BHM, JAX, IAD, SSI, RIC, CVG, MKE and SAT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include GSO. 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via PDK. Nearby alternative airports include Greensboro (GSO).