Newark to Raleigh-durham flights
Direct and connecting flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Newark to Raleigh-durham take?
Flight time from Newark (EWR) to Raleigh-durham (RDU) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Newark to Raleigh-durham?
Airline availability for EWR to RDU changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Newark to Raleigh-durham?
Direct (nonstop) availability on EWR to RDU varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- Republic Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- EDV5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 9 sightings | No recorded events |
| Republic Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| EDV | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning EWR → RDU
EWR to RDU is a short-haul route of 669 km (416 mi). See the return RDU → EWR route.
Alternative airports near Newark: Linden (LDJ) — 10 km, New York (JRB) — 14 km, New York (JRA) — 16 km.
Alternative airports near Raleigh-durham: Fort Bragg (POB) — 81 km, Rocky Mount (RWI) — 81 km, Fredericksburg (FBG) — 84 km.