RDU to DFW Route Guide
Raleigh, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KRDU (Raleigh, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 920 NM (1,704 km / 1,059 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 264° (W). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 28m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
920 NM
1,704 km / 1,059 mi
Initial Bearing
264° (W)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 28m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,260 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
435 ft
KRDU
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 920 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying RDU-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between RDU and DFW?
920 nautical miles (1,704 km / 1,059 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Raleigh to Dallas?
Approximately 2h 28m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly RDU-DFW?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
264° true (W). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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