Tulsa to Raleigh/Durham (TUL–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Tulsa to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
954 mi 3h 57m nonstop +1h ahead 72 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between TUL and RDU, connecting options are available through 72 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for TUL to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
72
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,226
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Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Tulsa

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric TUL→RDU SWO→RDU OKC→RDU
Distance from TUL 67 mi 111 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 2
Weekly flights 0
Flight time 3h 57m 2h 1h 41m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of TUL with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Tulsa.
TUL: CDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tulsa, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
954 mi / 1,536 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 57m.
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.

TUL–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tulsa to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance954 mi / 1,536 km
Flight time3h 57m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections72 hubs
Origin: TUL
IATA / ICAOTUL / KTUL
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.3M
Elevation677 ft / 206 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TUL to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Tulsa International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 3h 57m. The route covers 954 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OKC, BHM, SWO, MGW, FTW, TYS, MKC, NEW, MEM, IAD, PWK, JCI, STL, ECP, MKE, CHS, PIE, SFB, PNS, DWH, TPA, SDF, IND, ACT, OPF, FLL, GUF, GNV, APF, SRQ, AMA, TEB, MSP, PIT, APA, BCT, PHL, RSW, JAC, JFK, PBI, CUN, ROC, EGE, PSP, BZN, GCM, HOU, STT, SNA, SJC, MDW, SFO, ATL, BNA, SLC, DCA, ORD, MIA, DFW, CLT, DEN, IAH, MCO, PHX, LGA, DAL, LAS, LAX, AUS, SEA and SAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 1 hour ahead of Tulsa.
Nearby alternatives include SWO and OKC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from TUL to RDU

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

TUL to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from TUL to RDU ranges from 3 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 954 miles (1,536 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

72 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Stillwater (SWO) and Oklahoma City (OKC).