Raleigh/Durham to Santa Fe (RDU–SAF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Santa Fe
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,526 mi 3h 28m nonstop -2h behind 31 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and SAF, connecting options are available through 31 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to SAF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
326
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Santa Fe is 2 hours behind Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · SAF: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 4:00 PM in Santa Fe.
Distance & Flight Time
1,526 mi / 2,456 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 28m.
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–SAF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Santa Fe route.
Route details
Distance1,526 mi / 2,456 km
Flight time3h 28m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: SAF
Full nameSanta Fe Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAOSAF / KSAF
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation6,348 ft / 1,935 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to SAF flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Santa Fe Municipal Airport take approximately 3h 28m. The route covers 1,526 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, MKE, DAL, MDW, AUS, BWI, MSP, CRP, TEB, PHL, BNA, PSP, SLC, PBI, LAS, ORD, SAT, VNY, MIA, JFK, SAN, SNA, SJC, OAK, BFI, SFO, DEN, LAX, DFW, PHX and HOU. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Santa Fe is 2 hours 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 SAF

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDU to SAF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to SAF ranges from 3 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,526 miles (2,456 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CHS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.