Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Raleigh/Durham

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU). It's 1,049 miles (1,689 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
1,049 mi
1,689 km
CO₂/pax
177 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → RDU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
1,049 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Raleigh/Durham with one stop · direct emits 177 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MSY (New Orleans) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (779 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
View HOU to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → RDU
2h 5m · 779 mi
View MSY to RDU flights →
HOU PNS (Pensacola) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (487 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (612 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 228 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → PNS
1h 30m · 487 mi
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Leg 2
PNS → RDU
1h 48m · 612 mi
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HOU ATL (Atlanta) RDU
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (356 mi) Total: ~3h 24m 🍃 220 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → ATL
2h · 695 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → RDU
1h 24m · 356 mi
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HOU MEM (Memphis) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (633 mi) Total: ~3h 29m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MEM
1h 30m · 483 mi
View HOU to MEM flights →
Leg 2
MEM → RDU
1h 59m · 633 mi
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HOU BNA (Nashville) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (441 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BNA
1h 55m · 670 mi
View HOU to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → RDU
1h 35m · 441 mi
View BNA to RDU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,049 miles (1,689 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Raleigh/Durham?

Just Southwest Airlines.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Raleigh/Durham?

The flight distance from Houston to Raleigh/Durham is 1,049 miles (1,689 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

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

At 2h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 177 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 885 km.

Is the return flight from Raleigh/Durham to Houston 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 Houston 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 William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

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