Raleigh-Durham airport (RDU)
Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) is the primary gateway to North Carolina’s Research Triangle region—one of the nation’s leading hubs for research and technology. It operates a strong network of domestic flights and a growing number of international routes to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Europe.
Official Website: rdu.com
Information Phone: +1 919 840 2123.
Terminals
The airport has two terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Both operate 24 hours.
Inter-Terminal Shuttle: A free shuttle operates 24/7, connecting both terminals and parking facilities.
Annual Passenger Traffic: 15.1 million passengers in 2024.
Information Points
Information desks are located on the arrivals (baggage-claim) level of both terminals. In addition, the airport has a team of Guest Experience Ambassadors who roam the facilities to assist travelers.
Location
The airport is located 14 km (9 miles) northeast from the city of Morrisville.
See MapCar rental agencies
Car rental companies transport passengers to their offices from outside the baggage reclaim hall of both terminals.
Advantage (Tel +1 919 840 2228 / 800 777 5500 - 5:00 am to 0:00 am)
Alamo (Tel +1 919 840 0132 / 800 327 9633 - 4:30 am to 0:30 am)
Avis (Tel +1 919 840 4750 / 800 331 1212 - 4:00 am to 1:00 am)
Budget (Tel +1 919 840 4781 / 800 527 0700 - 4:00 am to 1:00 am)
Dollar (Tel +1 866 434 2226 / 800 800 4000 - 6:00 am to 0:30 am)
Enterprise (Tel +1 919 840 9555 / 800 736 8222 - 4:30 am to 0:30 am)
E-Z (Tel +1 919 840 2228 / 800 277 5171 - 5:00 am to 0:00 am)
Hertz (Tel +1 919 840 4875 / 800 654 3131 - 6:00 am to 0:30 am)
National (Tel +1 919 840 4350 / 800 227 7368 - 4:30 am to 0:30 am)
Payless (Tel +1 919 840 9317 / 800 729 5377 - 7:00 am to 11:00 pm)
Parking services at Raleigh-Durham airport (RDU)
There are areas for short- and long-term parking and a free passenger pick-up zone (Cell Phone Lot) next to the car rental area. More information: Tel +1 919 840 2140. Rates
ParkRDU Central - 7-storey facility situated between the terminals, with covered and outdoor spaces. Premium bays on level 1.
ParkRDU Economy 3 & 4 - Economy, covered car parks, connected to the terminals through free shuttles.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Facilities include lifts, designated parking spaces, relief areas for service animals and adapted telephones. Accessible cabs are also available. You can request wheelchairs from your airline before your arrival or at the airport's information desks.
Latest updates: November 13, 2025
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