Airport Comparison
| RDU | TPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Raleigh-Durham International Airport | Tampa International Airport |
| IATA Code | RDU | TPA |
| ICAO Code | KRDU | KTPA |
| City | Raleigh/Durham | Tampa |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 435 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.880000, -78.790000 | 27.980000, -82.530000 |
Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 946 kilometers (588 miles / 511 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 15:37 in Raleigh/Durham, it's 15:37 in Tampa.
The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) follows a heading of 21° (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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.