Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to New York

3 airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to John F Kennedy International (JFK). It's 426 miles (686 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
JFK
John F Kennedy International
🇺🇸 New York, USA
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
426 mi
686 km
CO₂/pax
79 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
American Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
RDU → JFK
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
426 mi
JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
RDU → JFK
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
426 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
RDU → JFK
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
426 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to New York with one stop · direct emits 79 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU IAD (Dulles) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 11m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 109 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → IAD
1h 11m · 224 mi
View RDU to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → JFK
1h 28m · 227 mi
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RDU DCA (Washington) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 23m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (213 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DCA
1h 23m · 227 mi
View RDU to DCA flights →
Leg 2
DCA → JFK
1h 22m · 213 mi
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RDU BDL (Hartford) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 43m (531 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (106 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BDL
1h 43m · 531 mi
View RDU to BDL flights →
Leg 2
BDL → JFK
1h 6m · 106 mi
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RDU PVD (Providence) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 45m (565 mi) Leg 2: 1h 9m (144 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+99% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → PVD
1h 45m · 565 mi
View RDU to PVD flights →
Leg 2
PVD → JFK
1h 9m · 144 mi
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RDU PIT (Pittsburgh) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 27m (328 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (340 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → PIT
1h 27m · 328 mi
View RDU to PIT flights →
Leg 2
PIT → JFK
1h 39m · 340 mi
View PIT to JFK flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to New York (JFK) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 426 miles (686 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to New York?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham to New York?

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

How far is Raleigh/Durham from New York?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to New York is 426 miles (686 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Raleigh/Durham to New York?

At 1h 45m, 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 New York?

Roughly 79 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 395 km.

Is the return flight from New York 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 New York?

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.