Direct (nonstop) flights from Buffalo to Raleigh/Durham

1 airline flys nonstop from Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) to Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU). It's 487 miles (783 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines.

BUF
Buffalo Niagara International
🇺🇸 Buffalo, USA
RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
487 mi
783 km
CO₂/pax
90 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Frontier Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
BUF → RDU
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
487 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Buffalo to Raleigh/Durham with one stop · direct emits 90 kg CO₂ per passenger

BUF BWI (Baltimore) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (280 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (256 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → BWI
1h 15m · 280 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → RDU
1h 15m · 256 mi
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BUF IAD (Dulles) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (283 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → IAD
1h 20m · 283 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → RDU
1h 15m · 224 mi
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BUF DCA (Washington) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 29m (295 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → DCA
1h 29m · 295 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → RDU
1h 21m · 227 mi
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BUF DTW (Detroit) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 17m (241 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (501 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → DTW
1h 17m · 241 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → RDU
1h 44m · 501 mi
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BUF CLT (Charlotte) RDU
Leg 1: 2h 3m (545 mi) Leg 2: 1h (129 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → CLT
2h 3m · 545 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → RDU
1h · 129 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Buffalo (BUF) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 487 miles (783 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Buffalo to Raleigh/Durham?

Just Frontier Airlines.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Frontier Airlines.

How far is Buffalo from Raleigh/Durham?

The flight distance from Buffalo to Raleigh/Durham is 487 miles (783 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 Buffalo to Raleigh/Durham?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 90 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 450 km.

Is the return flight from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo Niagara International for this flight?

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