RDU (Raleigh) to LAS (Las Vegas) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 90%. The average delay is 52 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.RDU → LAS
RDU (Raleigh) to LAS (Las Vegas)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 90% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 63%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 90% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 63%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from RDU
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RDU has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LAS
77% on timeWhen flights into LAS are late, the average delay is 62 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LAS: 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.