Direct (nonstop) flights from Saint Louis to Raleigh/Durham

1 airline flys nonstop from Saint Louis Airport (STL) to Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU). It's 667 miles (1,074 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

STL
Saint Louis Airport
🇺🇸 Saint Louis, USA
RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
667 mi
1,074 km
CO₂/pax
124 kg
−33 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
STL → RDU
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
667 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Saint Louis to Raleigh/Durham with one stop · direct emits 124 kg CO₂ per passenger

STL IND (Indianapolis) RDU
Leg 1: 55m (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (488 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → IND
55m · 229 mi
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Leg 2
IND → RDU
1h 43m · 488 mi
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STL BNA (Nashville) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 10m (272 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (441 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → BNA
1h 10m · 272 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → RDU
1h 35m · 441 mi
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STL CMH (Columbus) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (410 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (362 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → CMH
1h 20m · 410 mi
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Leg 2
CMH → RDU
1h 28m · 362 mi
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STL MDW (Chicago) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 5m (252 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (631 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MDW
1h 5m · 252 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → RDU
1h 50m · 631 mi
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STL CLT (Charlotte) RDU
Leg 1: 1h 56m (575 mi) Leg 2: 1h (129 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → CLT
1h 56m · 575 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → RDU
1h · 129 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Saint Louis (STL) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 667 miles (1,074 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Saint Louis to Raleigh/Durham?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Saint Louis to Raleigh/Durham?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Saint Louis from Raleigh/Durham?

The flight distance from Saint Louis to Raleigh/Durham is 667 miles (1,074 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 Saint Louis to Raleigh/Durham?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 124 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 620 km.

Is the return flight from Raleigh/Durham to Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis to Raleigh/Durham?

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 Saint Louis Airport for this flight?

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