Memphis: home of the blues, barbecue and Elvis. On the East Bank of the Mississippi River, Tennessee’s second largest city is a great destination for a fall getaway. And, it’s only a two hour nonstop flight from RDU, perfect for a 48 hour trip away from home. Getting There Delta Air Lines offers daily nonstopRead More

It’s no secret that the Research Triangle Region is growing.  People are moving to our area because of our excellent quality of life, well-paying jobs and moderate cost-of-living.  And as the population grows, so does air travel, particularly to international destinations from RDU. About 1.5 million people each year travel to and from RDU and foreign destinations. Currently, weRead More

When Officer Martin completes a long shift patrolling the airport with his partner Officer Dan Pigage, he loves nothing more than to head to Dan’s house, let loose and explore the backyard.  That’s because Officer Martin is one of RDU’s two new K-9 officers now working to keep you safe as you travel. 

If you travel through RDU in the next few weeks, chances are you’ll be asked to take part in a survey about RDU.  If so, please do! Your answers could make a major impact on the future of your airport and help us determine how to improve your experience the next time you visit. WhyRead More

In this edition of “The 5’s,” we’re taking a look back at a few of the more obscure bits of RDU’s history. From Army barracks to air shows, here are five things from our past you may not know even existed. Do you remember one of these? We’d love to hear about it!   ArmyRead More