Spartanburg to Raleigh/Durham (SPA–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Spartanburg to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 190 mi 0h 41m nonstop 4 1-stop hubs

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

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SPA to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SPA → RDU
76%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
76%
Return
RDU → SPA
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
60%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RDU delays →

Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Spartanburg

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric SPA→RDU AVL→RDU CLT→RDU
Distance from SPA 49 mi 61 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 5
Weekly flights 1 1 144
Flight time 0h 41m 0h 53m 0h 50m
Airports within 200 miles of SPA with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Spartanburg, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
190 mi / 307 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 41m.
Getting from RDU

Uber and Lyft from RDU to downtown Raleigh cost $20–30 (20–25 min); to downtown Durham: $18–25 (15–20 min). Pickup zones are on the lower level at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Taxis are available at the curb ($30–40 to Raleigh).GoTriangle Route 100 ($2.25) is a budget option to downtown Raleigh and Durham; check hours before relying on it for evening or early-morning flights. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings with cars in the adjacent garage. Chapel Hill is 20–25 minutes via US-15-501.

Raleigh/Durham Climate

Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild but variable winters. Summer (June–August) temperatures reach 33–37°C with high humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent and can cause ground holds. The region sits in a tornado risk corridor during spring (April–May).

Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 2–12°C. The Piedmont of North Carolina experiences ice storms. Freezing rain events, common every 1–2 years, are the primary disruption risk. Snow is lighter than areas further north, but ice can be severe. Autumn (September–November) is the most operationally stable season.

SPA–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Spartanburg to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance190 mi / 307 km
Flight time0h 41m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: SPA
IATA / ICAOSPA / KSPA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Elevation801 ft / 244 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SPA to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 0h 41m. The route covers 190 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SPA to RDU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CLT, PBI, MCO and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include AVL, CLT and CAE. 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 SPA to RDU

Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport (SPA) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SPA to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SPA to RDU ranges from 0 hours 41 minutes. The route covers a distance of 190 miles (307 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CLT. Nearby alternative airports include Asheville (AVL), Charlotte (CLT) and Columbia (CAE).