Raleigh-durham to Cleveland flights
Direct and connecting flights from Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Raleigh-durham to Cleveland take?
Flight time from Raleigh-durham (RDU) to Cleveland (CLE) 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 Raleigh-durham to Cleveland?
Airline availability for RDU to CLE 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 Raleigh-durham to Cleveland?
Direct (nonstop) availability on RDU to CLE 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 involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Frontier Airlines58
- Republic AirlinesNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Republic Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning RDU → CLE
RDU to CLE is a short-haul route of 670 km (416 mi). See the return CLE → RDU route.
Alternative airports near Raleigh-durham: Fort Bragg (POB) — 81 km, Rocky Mount (RWI) — 81 km, Fredericksburg (FBG) — 84 km.
Alternative airports near Cleveland: Cleveland (BKL) — 18 km, Richmond Heights (CGF) — 35 km, Willoughby (LNN) — 49 km.