Direct (nonstop) flights from Charlotte to Raleigh/Durham

1 airline flys nonstop from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) to Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU). It's 129 miles (207 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

CLT
Charlotte Douglas International
🇺🇸 Charlotte, USA
✈
RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
Flight Time
1h
Distance
129 mi
207 km
CO₂/pax
24 kg
−73 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
American Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines
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Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
CLT → RDU
Flight Time
1h
Distance
129 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Charlotte to Raleigh/Durham with one stop · direct emits 24 kg CO₂ per passenger

CLT → AGS (Augusta) → RDU
Leg 1: 1h 13m (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (250 mi) Total: ~2h 26m 🍃 97 kg CO₂ (+304% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLT → AGS
1h 13m · 140 mi
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Leg 2
AGS → RDU
1h 13m · 250 mi
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CLT → BWI (Baltimore) → RDU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (360 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (256 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+479% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLT → BWI
1h 30m · 360 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → RDU
1h 15m · 256 mi
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CLT → ATL (Atlanta) → RDU
Leg 1: 1h 22m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (356 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+454% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLT → ATL
1h 22m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → RDU
1h 24m · 356 mi
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CLT → IAD (Dulles) → RDU
Leg 1: 1h 31m (321 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+425% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLT → IAD
1h 31m · 321 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → RDU
1h 15m · 224 mi
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CLT → DCA (Washington) → RDU
Leg 1: 1h 31m (330 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 52m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+433% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLT → DCA
1h 31m · 330 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → RDU
1h 21m · 227 mi
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Direct flights from Raleigh/Durham (RDU)

🇺🇸 BWI Baltimore
1h 10m
256 mi
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🇺🇸 IAD Dulles
1h 11m
224 mi
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🇺🇸 CLT Charlotte
1h 12m
129 mi
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🇺🇸 AGS Augusta
1h 20m
250 mi
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🇺🇸 DCA Washington
1h 23m
227 mi
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🇺🇸 ACY Atlantic City
1h 25m
338 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Charlotte (CLT) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 129 miles (207 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Charlotte to Raleigh/Durham?

Just American Airlines.

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

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Charlotte from Raleigh/Durham?

The flight distance from Charlotte to Raleigh/Durham is 129 miles (207 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

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

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

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

Roughly 24 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 120 km.

Is the return flight from Raleigh/Durham to Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte Douglas International for this flight?

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