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Raleigh Durham

Raleigh Durham, United States

🏷️IATARDU
📍CityRaleigh Durham
📞Helpline+19198407700
🌐rdu.com
2400 John Brantley Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
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ℹ️ About Raleigh Durham

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) opened in 1929. It is operated by the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority.

In 2023, RDU served over 14 million passengers. Its IATA code is RDU.

RDU is a growing airport in the southeastern United States, with ongoing plans for further expansion to accommodate increasing passenger traffic.

🏢 Terminals

Raleigh-Durham International Airport has two terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Terminal 1 primarily serves Southwest Airlines.

Terminal 2 houses Delta, American, United, Alaska, JetBlue, Frontier, and Spirit. Terminal 1 has 9 gates (A1-A9).

Terminal 2 has 36 gates (C1-C12, D1-D24). Terminal 2 underwent a $128 million expansion completed in 2019, adding 4 gates.

The airport has a total capacity of approximately 18 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Raleigh Durham Airport
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Bus
GoRaleigh Route 100 provides service between RDU and downtown Raleigh; frequency is approximately every 30-60 minutes; fare is $1.25.
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Taxi/Cab
Taxi and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are available. A taxi to downtown Raleigh costs approximately $30-$40.
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Distance
Approximately 23 km (14 miles) from downtown Raleigh; travel time is about 20-25 minutes without traffic, and 30-45 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
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Lounges
American Airlines Admirals Club (Terminal 2, near Gate D23; access via membership or day pass), Delta Sky Club (Terminal 2, near Gate C3; access via membership or eligible passengers), USO Lounge (no specific terminal, for military personnel and their families).
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Food & Dining
Terminal 1: includes Char-Grill, Starbucks. Terminal 2: includes ACC American Cafe, Bruegger's Bagels, California Pizza Kitchen, Starbucks, and various grab-and-go options. No 24-hour options are specified.
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Shopping
Terminal 1: includes a CNBC store. Terminal 2: includes Hudson News, Johnston & Murphy, and Swarovski.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Select 'RDU Free WiFi'.
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Banking
ATMs are available in both terminals. Currency exchange services are not specified.
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Medical
No dedicated medical facility is specified, but emergency services are available.
🅿️ Parking

Parking: Hourly, Daily, ParkRDU Express, ParkRDU Central, ParkRDU Premier. Hourly rates start at $4 per hour. Daily rates vary: ParkRDU Express is $8/day, ParkRDU Central is $10/day, ParkRDU Premier is $16/day. Pre-booking is available at https://www.rdu.com/parking/.

💡 Tips for Travellers
1
If flying Southwest, arrive at Terminal 1 at least 90 minutes before your flight, as it can get crowded, especially during peak hours.
2
Consider using ParkRDU Express for the most economical parking option, but allow extra time for the shuttle to the terminals.
3
Check the GoRaleigh bus schedule in advance, as service frequency varies, and plan your trip accordingly.
4
Download the RDU Airport app for real-time flight updates, parking availability, and terminal maps.
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