It’s been a record breaking year for RDU and Thanksgiving is no exception. With new nonstop flights and larger planes, nearly 250,000 people are expected through RDU Thanksgiving week, with peak passenger numbers projected for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday. If you or a loved one are traveling through RDU this season, check out the travel tipsRead More
Spirit Airlines has announced it is canceling all flights and winding down operations. Spirit guests should not come to the airport. More info: spiritrestructuring.com
Author: Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Growth Continues with New Flights and Construction Projects at RDU
As the fourth quarter of 2018 begins, the number of people boarding planes is up 10.3 percent over 2017. During the month of September, 461,017 passengers departed RDU, a decrease of 0.5 percent when compared to September 2017. This slight decrease is attributed to travel impacts related to Hurricane Florence, which affected an estimated 47,859Read More
This Week at RDU: Salute to Bluegrass Music Series September 24 – 28
The sounds of bluegrass will fill the air in Terminals 1 and 2 this week! As downtown Raleigh welcomes bluegrass bands and performers for the Wide Open Bluegrass Festival, we’re very excited to once again host our annual Salute to Bluegrass Music Series, September 24 through September 28. Throughout the week, enjoy live bluegrass music eachRead More
New Shops on Approach in Terminal 2
Our Terminal 2 retail refresh is near completion and we know you’ll love the new experiences in store. With 15 new shops, many of which are currently open and operating, you’ll definitely want to pack a few extra minutes into your flight plans. 5th & Sunset Operated by: Hudson | Now Open | Gate: D3Read More
More Customers Choose RDU; Passengers up 10.5 Percent for First Half of 2018
Sustainability, Vision 2040 Projects Kick Into Gear RDU Airport, NC – For the first half of 2018, the number of people boarding airplanes is up 10.5 percent over 2017. July 2018 also marks the 53rd consecutive month of growth with 597,686 people departing RDU during the month, a 12.3 percent increase over JulyRead More