Raleigh/Durham to Valencia (RDU–VLC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Valencia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 4,148 mi 7h 27m nonstop +5h ahead 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and VLC, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to VLC.
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One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
YUL ~14h 0m CDG ~17h 0m FRA ~18h 15m LHR ~32h 30m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
525
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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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RDU → VLC
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
82%
Return
VLC → RDU
48%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
48%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RDU delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
Valencia is 5 hours ahead of Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · VLC: CET

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 11:00 PM in Valencia.
Distance & Flight Time
4,148 mi / 6,676 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 27m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Spain visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This falls under the Schengen area rules, so the 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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–VLC Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Valencia route.
Route details
Distance4,148 mi / 6,676 km
Flight time7h 27m
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: VLC
Full nameValencia Airport
IATA / ICAOVLC / LEVC
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Passengers/yr10.8M
Elevation240 ft / 73 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to VLC flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Valencia Airport take approximately 7h 27m. The route covers 4,148 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RDU to VLC. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YUL, CDG, FRA and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Valencia is 5 hours ahead of Raleigh/Durham.
Yes, return flights from VLC to RDU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 VLC

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Valencia Airport (VLC) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDU to VLC Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to VLC ranges from 7 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,148 miles (6,676 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via YUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.