Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Charlotte

1 airline flys nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International (CLT). It's 129 miles (207 km), about 1h 12m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
✈
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International
🇺🇸 Charlotte, USA
Flight Time
1h 12m
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
RDU → CLT
Flight Time
1h 12m
Distance
129 mi

Alternative Routes

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

RDU → AGS (Augusta) → CLT
Leg 1: 1h 20m (250 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (140 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 97 kg CO₂ (+304% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → AGS
1h 20m · 250 mi
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Leg 2
AGS → CLT
1h 18m · 140 mi
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RDU → ATL (Atlanta) → CLT
Leg 1: 1h 33m (356 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+454% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → ATL
1h 33m · 356 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → CLT
1h 13m · 227 mi
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RDU → IAD (Dulles) → CLT
Leg 1: 1h 11m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (321 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+425% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → IAD
1h 11m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → CLT
1h 35m · 321 mi
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RDU → BWI (Baltimore) → CLT
Leg 1: 1h 10m (256 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (360 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+479% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BWI
1h 10m · 256 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → CLT
1h 39m · 360 mi
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RDU → DCA (Washington) → CLT
Leg 1: 1h 23m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (330 mi) Total: ~3h 4m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+433% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DCA
1h 23m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → CLT
1h 41m · 330 mi
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Direct flights from Charlotte (CLT)

🇺🇸 RDU Raleigh/Durham
1h
129 mi
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🇺🇸 GSP Greenville
1h
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🇺🇸 GSO Greensboro/High Point
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🇺🇸 MYR Myrtle Beach
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🇺🇸 AVL Asheville
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🇺🇸 CAE Columbia
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Charlotte (CLT) takes approximately 1 hours and 12 minutes. The distance is 129 miles (207 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Charlotte?

Just American Airlines.

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

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Charlotte?

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

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

At 1h 12m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Charlotte 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 Charlotte?

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.