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RDU Airport guide
Raleigh–Durham International Airport has Terminal 1 (A gates) and Terminal 2 (C and D gates). The quickest way from RDU to downtown Raleigh is the GoTriangle Route 100 bus (about 35 minutes, $2.50).
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
GoTriangle Route 100 bus, $2.50
about $35–$50
American, Delta and United
American Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club and United Club (all in Terminal 2)
Quick answer
The quickest way from RDU to downtown Raleigh is the GoTriangle Route 100 bus (about 35 minutes, $2.50). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.
- Terminals
- Terminal 1 (A gates) and Terminal 2 (C and D gates)
- Taxi
- 20–30 min, about $35–$50
- Distance
- About 15 miles to downtown Raleigh
- Lounges
- American Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club and United Club (all in Terminal 2)
Getting from RDU to downtown Raleigh
Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.
- GoTriangle Route 100 busto downtown Raleighabout 35 min$2.50
- Taxi or rideshare20–30 minabout $35–$50
Inside RDU
Terminals and connections
Terminals 1 and 2 aren't connected inside security. You go between them by shuttle bus or a covered walkway through the parking decks, and clear TSA again.
Lounges
- •American Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club and United Club (all in Terminal 2)
Parking at RDU
- •Economy lots with shuttles, the cheapest
- •Parking decks between the terminals
Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check RDU's official site.
RDU tips
- •Check your terminal before you park: Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 have separate checkpoints.
Airlines at RDU
Major airlines that fly from RDU (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.
- American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
- Breeze Airways Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Avelo Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
- Aeroméxico Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
- Volaris Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
- Copa Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 10 in Bag fees
- Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees
- Air France Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
- Icelandair Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees
- Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
RDU airport FAQ
The quickest option is the GoTriangle Route 100 bus to downtown Raleigh: about 35 minutes for $2.50. A taxi takes 20–30 min (about $35–$50).
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.
- Raleigh–Durham International Airport official website
- Wikipedia: Raleigh–Durham International Airport (airlines, terminals and ground transportation)
- GoTriangle Route 100 bus: official site
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