CLT (Charlotte) to RDU (Raleigh) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 77%. The average delay is 65 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.CLT → RDU
CLT (Charlotte) to RDU (Raleigh)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from CLT
78% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CLT has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~8 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RDU
79% on timeWhen flights into RDU are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RDU: TSA is ~28 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.