Direct flights from Raleigh to Washington
29 nonstop flights a week on 4 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from RDU to IAD.
Flight time: about 43m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Raleigh local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL1789 | 6:04a | 43m | Wed |
| United UAL1789 | 6:12a | 41m | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun |
| United UAL1789 | 6:17a | 47m | Sat |
| United UAL1535 | 10:42a | 41m | Mon, Wed, Thu |
| United UAL1535 | 10:53a | 42m | Tue, Sun |
| United UAL1535 | 11:09a | 42m | Fri–Sat |
| Mesa ASH6265 | 3:04p | 43m | Mon–Tue |
| Mesa ASH6265 | 3:10p | 43m | Thu, Fri, Sun |
| Mesa ASH6265 | 3:57p | 43m | Wed |
| Republic Airways RPA3463 | 6:14p | 35m | Sat |
| GoJet GJS4612 | 7:21p | 1h24m | Sat |
| Republic Airways RPA3520 | 7:41p | 43m | Mon |
| Republic Airways RPA3520 | 7:51p | 26m | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
| GoJet GJS4593 | 8:08p | 43m | Sat |
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Nonstop from Raleigh (RDU) to Washington (IAD)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) has 29 nonstop flights a week to Washington (IAD), operated by Mesa, GoJet, Republic Airways and United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of RDU and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Raleigh to Washington?
The nonstop flight from Raleigh (RDU) to Washington (IAD) takes about 43m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Raleigh to Washington?
Driving from Raleigh to Washington takes about 4h 24m, covering roughly 289 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 43m.