Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Boston

3 airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). It's 611 miles (984 km), about 2h 1m in the air. Operated by JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
Flight Time
2h 1m
Distance
611 mi
984 km
CO₂/pax
113 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
JetBlue Airways +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
RDU → BOS
Flight Time
2h 1m
Distance
611 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
RDU → BOS
Flight Time
2h 1m
Distance
611 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
RDU → BOS
Flight Time
2h 1m
Distance
611 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Boston with one stop · direct emits 113 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU BWI (Baltimore) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (256 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (368 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BWI
1h 10m · 256 mi
View RDU to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → BOS
1h 35m · 368 mi
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RDU IAD (Dulles) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 11m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (411 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → IAD
1h 11m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → BOS
1h 43m · 411 mi
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RDU ISP (Islip) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 32m (459 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (153 mi) Total: ~2h 59m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → ISP
1h 32m · 459 mi
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Leg 2
ISP → BOS
1h 27m · 153 mi
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RDU SYR (Syracuse) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 45m (519 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (264 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+50% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → SYR
1h 45m · 519 mi
View RDU to SYR flights →
Leg 2
SYR → BOS
1h 15m · 264 mi
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RDU DCA (Washington) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 23m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (398 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DCA
1h 23m · 227 mi
View RDU to DCA flights →
Leg 2
DCA → BOS
1h 39m · 398 mi
View DCA to BOS flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Boston (BOS) takes approximately 2 hours and 1 minutes. The distance is 611 miles (984 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Boston?

3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines.

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

Yes. 3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Boston?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Boston is 611 miles (984 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

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

At 2h 1m, 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 Raleigh/Durham to Boston?

Roughly 113 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 565 km.

Is the return flight from Boston to Raleigh/Durham 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 Raleigh/Durham to Boston?

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 Raleigh–Durham Airport for this flight?

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