Van Nuys to Raleigh/Durham (VNY–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Van Nuys to Raleigh/Durham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,234 mi 3h 56m nonstop +3h ahead 41 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between VNY and RDU, connecting options are available through 41 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VNY to RDU.
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One-Stop Connections
41
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
580
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
VNY → RDU
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
RDU → VNY
33%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
33%
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 Van Nuys

Nearby airports with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Metric VNY→RDU BUR→RDU LAX→RDU
Distance from VNY 8 mi 19 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 3
Weekly flights 1 1 32
Flight time 3h 56m 3h 59m 4h 40m
Airports within 200 miles of VNY with service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Raleigh/Durham is 3 hours ahead of Van Nuys.
VNY: PDT · RDU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Van Nuys, it's 9:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Distance & Flight Time
2,234 mi / 3,594 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 56m.
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.

VNY–RDU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Van Nuys to Raleigh/Durham route.
Route details
Distance2,234 mi / 3,594 km
Flight time3h 56m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections41 hubs
Origin: VNY
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 m
Destination: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VNY to RDU flights.
Nonstop flights from Van Nuys Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport take approximately 3h 56m. The route covers 2,234 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from VNY to RDU. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, SAN, APA, AVL, ISO, IND, LAS, PHX, CMH, SJC, MDW, SLC, IAD, HOU, CAE, TEB, PHL, DAL, APF, JAX, YYZ, SUN, PBI, FMY, OPF, SUA, HPN, AUS, BED, SFO, RSW, YYC, EWR, BCT, MCI, BOS, TTN, MIA, BDA, SJU and FLL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Raleigh/Durham is 3 hours ahead of Van Nuys.
Yes, return flights from RDU to VNY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BUR, LAX and SNA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 VNY to RDU

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

VNY to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VNY to RDU ranges from 3 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,234 miles (3,594 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR), Los Angeles (LAX) and Santa Ana (SNA).