RDU soared in 2025, serving a projected 15.5 million passengers, welcoming new airlines, adding more nonstop destinations and offering more options than ever before for high-flying adventures. Even bigger changes are on the horizon. In 2026, the airport will accelerate major construction projects that set the stage for an elevated travel experience in years toRead More
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RDU Sets Single-day Passenger Traffic Record
The busy holiday season is in full swing at RDU, and the airport is preparing for a final rush of travelers through the beginning of the new year. “It is a pleasure to help bring families and friends together during the holiday season,” said Tammie Hall-Roberts, chair of the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Board. “We appreciateRead More
Construction to Begin in Terminal 2 in January 2026
Travelers will start to see construction in Terminal 2 in early January 2026 when crews install a temporary floor-to-ceiling wall at the north end of the terminal. The area will be closed off for construction for approximately two years as crews expand the ticketing and international arrivals areas, add security checkpoint lanes and upgrade theRead More
Alert: Economy 4 Closes to Guests in January, Becomes Employee-only Parking
The ParkRDU Economy 4 lot near I-540 and U.S. 70 will permanently close to airport guests on Jan. 2 and convert to employee-only parking as we expand the ParkRDU Economy 3 lot. Guests will continue to have multiple options for convenient, on-airport parking that meet a variety of preferences and budgets: The Park Economy 3Read More
Daily San Diego Service to Launch in April
Travelers at RDU will have more options for flying to San Diego when Alaska Airlines begins daily service to the southern California city next spring. “We are pleased to expand convenient access to the San Diego market for business and leisure travelers in the Research Triangle region,” said Michael Landguth, president and CEO of theRead More








