Airport Comparison
| DCA | RDU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport | Raleigh-Durham International Airport |
| IATA Code | DCA | RDU |
| ICAO Code | KDCA | KRDU |
| City | Washington | Raleigh/Durham |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 435 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -77.040000 | 35.880000, -78.790000 |
Washington (DCA) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States is 365 kilometers (227 miles / 197 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 08:36 in Washington, it's 08:36 in Raleigh/Durham.
The return flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 25° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.