AUS (Austin) to RDU (Raleigh) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.AUS → RDU
AUS (Austin) to RDU (Raleigh)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines edges out SkyWest Airlines on this route — 79% vs 71% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 79% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 71%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from AUS
79% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. AUS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~19 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RDU
80% on timeWhen flights into RDU are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RDU: TSA is ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.