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

Spring Break Brings 31 Percent Boost in Traffic

A surge in spring break travel brought over 1.2 million passengers through RDU in March, an increase of 31 percent from February 2025. “The spring travel season is underway, and Triangle-area travelers are taking advantage of nearly 80 nonstop destinations they can reach from RDU, said Michael Landguth, president and CEO of the Raleigh-Durham AirportRead More

Inaugural Flight from Bermuda Arrives at RDU

The inaugural nonstop flight from Bermuda to RDU arrived Friday on BermudAir, connecting the Research Triangle directly to the Bermuda Triangle for the first time.  “Thousands of travelers fly between RDU and Bermuda each year on vacation, for business opportunities and to pursue an education at our colleges and universities,” said Michael Landguth, president andRead More