Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Raleigh/Durham

3 airlines fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU). It's 501 miles (806 km), about 1h 44m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
Flight Time
1h 44m
Distance
501 mi
806 km
CO₂/pax
93 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Delta Air Lines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → RDU
Flight Time
1h 44m
Distance
501 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
DTW → RDU
Flight Time
1h 44m
Distance
501 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
DTW → RDU
Flight Time
1h 44m
Distance
501 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Raleigh/Durham with one stop · direct emits 93 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW CLE (Cleveland) RDU
Leg 1: 55m (96 mi) Leg 2: 1h 32m (416 mi) Total: ~2h 27m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CLE
55m · 96 mi
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Leg 2
CLE → RDU
1h 32m · 416 mi
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DTW CMH (Columbus) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 4m (154 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (362 mi) Total: ~2h 32m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CMH
1h 4m · 154 mi
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Leg 2
CMH → RDU
1h 28m · 362 mi
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DTW PIT (Pittsburgh) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 9m (199 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (328 mi) Total: ~2h 34m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → PIT
1h 9m · 199 mi
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Leg 2
PIT → RDU
1h 25m · 328 mi
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DTW CVG (Cincinnati) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 14m (228 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (390 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CVG
1h 14m · 228 mi
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Leg 2
CVG → RDU
1h 27m · 390 mi
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DTW BWI (Baltimore) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (256 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BWI
1h 30m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → RDU
1h 15m · 256 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) takes approximately 1 hours and 44 minutes. The distance is 501 miles (806 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Raleigh/Durham?

3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

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

Yes. 3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

How far is Detroit from Raleigh/Durham?

The flight distance from Detroit to Raleigh/Durham is 501 miles (806 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 Detroit to Raleigh/Durham?

At 1h 44m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 93 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 465 km.

Is the return flight from Raleigh/Durham to Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Airport for this flight?

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