What is the best route from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)?

The fastest route from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) covers 15 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.

Which direction is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) from Raleigh, NC?

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) lies roughly to the west of Raleigh, NC.

Distance: 15 miDuration: 25 min

Driving from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) takes about 25 min via I 440; US 1. The distance is 15 mi. The straight-line distance is 9 mi. Driving directions

Driving directions19 · 15 mi

The return trip from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Raleigh, NC covers roughly the same distance, 15 mi.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

How far is it from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)?: The distance between Raleigh, NC and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is 15 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)?: The drive from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) takes approximately 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)?: The fastest route from Raleigh, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) covers 15 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.
Which direction is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) from Raleigh, NC?: Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) lies roughly to the west of Raleigh, NC.