Direct (nonstop) flights from Orlando to Raleigh/Durham

4 airlines fly nonstop from Orlando International (MCO) to Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU). It's 533 miles (858 km), about 1h 52m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Breeze Airways and others.

MCO
Orlando International
🇺🇸 Orlando, USA
RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
Flight Time
1h 52m
Distance
533 mi
858 km
CO₂/pax
99 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Delta Air Lines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Breeze Airways Breeze Airways Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
MCO → RDU
Flight Time
1h 52m
Distance
533 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
MCO → RDU
Flight Time
1h 52m
Distance
533 mi
Breeze Airways MX Breeze Airways
Route
MCO → RDU
Flight Time
1h 52m
Distance
533 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MCO → RDU
Flight Time
1h 52m
Distance
533 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Orlando to Raleigh/Durham with one stop · direct emits 99 kg CO₂ per passenger

MCO CLT (Charlotte) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 53m (468 mi) Leg 2: 1h (129 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → CLT
1h 53m · 468 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → RDU
1h · 129 mi
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MCO SRQ (Sarasota) RDU
Leg 1: 55m (104 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (625 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+62% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → SRQ
55m · 104 mi
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Leg 2
SRQ → RDU
2h 3m · 625 mi
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MCO ATL (Atlanta) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 41m (404 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (356 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 166 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → ATL
1h 41m · 404 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → RDU
1h 24m · 356 mi
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MCO RSW (Fort Myers) RDU
Leg 1: 1h (134 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (667 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+75% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → RSW
1h · 134 mi
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Leg 2
RSW → RDU
2h 8m · 667 mi
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MCO PBI (West Palm Beach) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 5m (141 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (638 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCO → PBI
1h 5m · 141 mi
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Leg 2
PBI → RDU
2h 8m · 638 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Orlando (MCO) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) takes approximately 1 hours and 52 minutes. The distance is 533 miles (858 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Orlando to Raleigh/Durham?

4 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Breeze Airways, Southwest Airlines.

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

Yes. 4 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Breeze Airways, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Orlando from Raleigh/Durham?

The flight distance from Orlando to Raleigh/Durham is 533 miles (858 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

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

At 1h 52m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 99 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 495 km.

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

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