Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Fort Lauderdale

5 airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL). It's 680 miles (1,094 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines and others.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
680 mi
1,094 km
CO₂/pax
126 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
JetBlue Airways +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
RDU → FLL
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
680 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
RDU → FLL
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
680 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
RDU → FLL
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
680 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
RDU → FLL
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
680 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
RDU → FLL
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
680 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Fort Lauderdale with one stop · direct emits 126 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU TPA (Tampa) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 58m (586 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (197 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → TPA
1h 58m · 586 mi
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Leg 2
TPA → FLL
1h 5m · 197 mi
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RDU JAX (Jacksonville) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 38m (406 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (318 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → JAX
1h 38m · 406 mi
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Leg 2
JAX → FLL
1h 25m · 318 mi
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RDU MCO (Orlando) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 55m (533 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (177 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → MCO
1h 55m · 533 mi
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Leg 2
MCO → FLL
1h 10m · 177 mi
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RDU CLT (Charlotte) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 12m (129 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (631 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 166 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → CLT
1h 12m · 129 mi
View RDU to CLT flights →
Leg 2
CLT → FLL
2h 3m · 631 mi
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RDU ATL (Atlanta) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 33m (356 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (581 mi) Total: ~3h 27m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → ATL
1h 33m · 356 mi
View RDU to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → FLL
1h 54m · 581 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 680 miles (1,094 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Fort Lauderdale?

5 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham to Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. 5 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Fort Lauderdale?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Fort Lauderdale is 680 miles (1,094 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 Fort Lauderdale?

At 2h 10m, 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 Fort Lauderdale?

Roughly 126 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 630 km.

Is the return flight from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

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.