RDU had two of the busiest days in airport history this month as families gathered in the Triangle to celebrate college graduations and Mother’s Day. More than 31,500 passengers boarded flights on Sunday, May 11 – the second highest number of travelers RDU has ever served in a day. Monday, May 12 now ranks sixth,Read More
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May 12 Expected to Be One of the Busiest Days of the Year at RDU
RDU anticipates more than 280,000 passengers will travel through the airport from May 9 – 13 to celebrate college graduations and Mother’s Day. Monday, May 12 is expected to be the busiest day with an estimated 65,000 passengers – an increase of 10% compared to the same day last year. “The Monday after Mother’s DayRead More
Nonstop Flights to Key West to Launch at RDU
Nonstop flights from RDU to Key West will take off in October, giving Triangle-area travelers convenient access to the Florida Keys for the first time. The route will be offered by Breeze Airways, the fastest-growing airline at RDU based on the number of routes added since they launched service. “In just two years, Breeze hasRead More
Former Airport Director John Brantley, 1942-2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of former Airport Director, Mr. John Brantley. John was first hired in late 1977 to help develop a long-range plan for RDU. In October 1982, he became the Airport Director, a role he held with distinction for 29 years. Under his visionary leadership, RDU underwentRead More
REAL ID Enforcement Begins May 7
A REAL ID or other federally approved identification document will be required to board flights at RDU and airports across the U.S. starting May 7. On that date, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin enforcing the REAL ID Act, which requires a REAL ID, U.S. passport or other federally approved identification to board commercialRead More