Direct (nonstop) flights from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham

2 airlines fly nonstop from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU). It's 356 miles (573 km), about 1h 24m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
Flight Time
1h 24m
Distance
356 mi
573 km
CO₂/pax
66 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Delta Air Lines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ATL → RDU
Flight Time
1h 24m
Distance
356 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
ATL → RDU
Flight Time
1h 24m
Distance
356 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham with one stop · direct emits 66 kg CO₂ per passenger

ATL AGS (Augusta) RDU
Leg 1: 58m (144 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (250 mi) Total: ~2h 11m 🍃 98 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → AGS
58m · 144 mi
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Leg 2
AGS → RDU
1h 13m · 250 mi
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ATL CLT (Charlotte) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 13m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h (129 mi) Total: ~2h 13m 🍃 91 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → CLT
1h 13m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → RDU
1h · 129 mi
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ATL JAX (Jacksonville) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 8m (270 mi) Leg 2: 1h 32m (406 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → JAX
1h 8m · 270 mi
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Leg 2
JAX → RDU
1h 32m · 406 mi
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ATL BNA (Nashville) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 9m (213 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (441 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → BNA
1h 9m · 213 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → RDU
1h 35m · 441 mi
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ATL SDF (Louisville) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (321 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (415 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+144% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → SDF
1h 20m · 321 mi
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Leg 2
SDF → RDU
1h 29m · 415 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham?

A nonstop flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) takes approximately 1 hours and 24 minutes. The distance is 356 miles (573 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham?

2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham?

Yes. 2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines.

How far is Atlanta from Raleigh/Durham?

The flight distance from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham is 356 miles (573 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham?

At 1h 24m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham?

Roughly 66 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 330 km.

Is the return flight from Raleigh/Durham to Atlanta also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Raleigh/Durham?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.