PIT (Pittsburgh) to RDU (Raleigh) flights arrive on time 88% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 90%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.PIT → RDU
PIT (Pittsburgh) to RDU (Raleigh)
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This route is usually on time. About 88% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 90% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 59%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 90% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 59%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PIT
82% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PIT has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 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 ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.