Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Cleveland

1 airline flys nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE). It's 416 miles (669 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International
🇺🇸 Cleveland, USA
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
416 mi
669 km
CO₂/pax
77 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Frontier Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
RDU → CLE
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
416 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Cleveland with one stop · direct emits 77 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU BWI (Baltimore) CLE
Leg 1: 1h 10m (256 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (313 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BWI
1h 10m · 256 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → CLE
1h 20m · 313 mi
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RDU IAD (Dulles) CLE
Leg 1: 1h 11m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (287 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → IAD
1h 11m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → CLE
1h 24m · 287 mi
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RDU DTW (Detroit) CLE
Leg 1: 1h 52m (501 mi) Leg 2: 55m (96 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DTW
1h 52m · 501 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → CLE
55m · 96 mi
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RDU CLT (Charlotte) CLE
Leg 1: 1h 12m (129 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (429 mi) Total: ~2h 52m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → CLT
1h 12m · 129 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → CLE
1h 40m · 429 mi
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RDU DCA (Washington) CLE
Leg 1: 1h 23m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (309 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DCA
1h 23m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → CLE
1h 31m · 309 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Cleveland (CLE) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 416 miles (669 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Cleveland?

Just Frontier Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham to Cleveland?

Yes. 1 airline: Frontier Airlines.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Cleveland?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Cleveland is 416 miles (669 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Raleigh/Durham to Cleveland?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 77 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 385 km.

Is the return flight from Cleveland 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 Cleveland?

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.