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

1 airline flys nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). It's 667 miles (1,073 km), about 2h 8m in the air. Operated by Breeze Airways.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
RSW
Southwest Florida International Airport
🇺🇸 Fort Myers, USA
Flight Time
2h 8m
Distance
667 mi
1,073 km
CO₂/pax
123 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Breeze Airways
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Breeze Airways Breeze Airways

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Breeze Airways MX Breeze Airways
Route
RDU → RSW
Flight Time
2h 8m
Distance
667 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Fort Myers with one stop · direct emits 123 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU MCO (Orlando) RSW
Leg 1: 1h 55m (533 mi) Leg 2: 1h (134 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → MCO
1h 55m · 533 mi
View RDU to MCO flights →
Leg 2
MCO → RSW
1h · 134 mi
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RDU CLT (Charlotte) RSW
Leg 1: 1h 12m (129 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (600 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → CLT
1h 12m · 129 mi
View RDU to CLT flights →
Leg 2
CLT → RSW
1h 59m · 600 mi
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RDU ATL (Atlanta) RSW
Leg 1: 1h 33m (356 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (515 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → ATL
1h 33m · 356 mi
View RDU to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → RSW
1h 40m · 515 mi
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RDU BNA (Nashville) RSW
Leg 1: 1h 45m (441 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (722 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+96% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BNA
1h 45m · 441 mi
View RDU to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → RSW
2h 5m · 722 mi
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RDU BWI (Baltimore) RSW
Leg 1: 1h 10m (256 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (920 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BWI
1h 10m · 256 mi
View RDU to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → RSW
2h 40m · 920 mi
View BWI to RSW flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Fort Myers (RSW) takes approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes. The distance is 667 miles (1,073 km).

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

Just Breeze Airways.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Breeze Airways.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Fort Myers?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Fort Myers is 667 miles (1,073 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 Myers?

At 2h 8m, 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 Myers?

Roughly 123 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 615 km.

Is the return flight from Fort Myers 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 Myers?

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.