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It's a big week for our friends at Avelo Airlines!

🟣 Starting today, Avelo will operate out of Terminal 1.
🟣 Avelo is launching flights today and tomorrow to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) and Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) — joining nonstop service launched earlier in February to Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Tampa International Airport.
🟣 Avelo has opened a new 50-person crew base at RDU.

Read more in our Newsroom: https://bit.ly/3YBVXfw
And check out our Instagram Reel from yesterday's ribbon cutting event: https://bit.ly/3Ef3RTI

Frontier Airlines 'all-you-can-fly' pass includes unlimited flights for $399

New year, new nonstop destinations!

Nonstop Destinations - Raleigh-Durham International Airport Nonstop Destinations The map below indicates maintained air service to actively-served nonstop destinations from RDU. The following list includes all current and scheduled service, along with the airlines serving those destinations. Seasonal and daily frequency could vary. See airline websites below...

That time last year when the Hallmark Channel woke up and chose chaos ✈️

📸 Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Fly Nonstop to The Bahamas Whether you’re looking for an active getaway or a retreat to simply relax, it’s never been easier to fly from RDU to The Bahamas with Bahamasair.

Thank you veterans for your service.

Image credit to Brianna Cummings of Erie VAMC

DALLAS 🤠 Frontier Airlines is adding nonstop service from RDU to DFW Airport beginning May 22, 2023! The seasonal flight will operate four times weekly. Tickets go on sale Nov. 8!

Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority | RDU Insider - News & Tips for Savvy Travelers
OCTOBER 2022

NOW BOARDING
All Treats, No Tricks: Flights To The Bahamas, Cancun Coming To RDU
A new airline — and fresh international destinations — are on tap for RDU flyers in November and December.

American Airlines will launch nonstop seasonal service to sunny Cancun, Mexico (CUN) Nov. 5, with flights on Saturdays. And JetBlue will return its popular nonstop seasonal route to Cancun beginning Dec. 24. That service will run daily until Jan. 2, 2023, then will fly twice weekly through Jan. 14. Find tickets on sale now with each airline.

If the Caribbean is more your speed, Bahamasair is set to launch year-round nonstop service to Freeport, Grand Bahama with connections to Nassau, beginning Nov. 17. Bahamasair will fly from RDU on Thursdays and Sundays on a 138-seat Boeing 737-700. Tickets are on sale now.

Let’s not forget that Icelandair extended its nonstop seasonal service to Reykjavik through January 2023. Book your tickets now to visit the Land of Fire and Ice and get a chance to see the northern lights.

Airlines are continuing to add new flights and destinations at RDU. To stay on top of where you can fly nonstop next, visit our website or follow the link below.

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IN THE KNOW
Pack Extra Time For Airport Construction
We're continuing to build a bigger, better RDU experience. As construction continues, make sure you allow extra time before your scheduled departure, or if picking up family or friends from the airport.

I-40 Ramp Closure
The N.C. Department of Transportation crews recently closed the ramps from I-40 to Airport Blvd in both directions to improve the interchange. Commuters to RDU may follow detour signs and should anticipate these closures over the next several months.

More information about the construction project here.

Temporary Road and Upper-Level Closure at Terminal 2
RDU is temporarily closing the upper-level drop-off area at Terminal 2 at night for maintenance. The far-right lane of John Brantley Boulevard leading to the upper-level departures curb is closed daily from 9 p.m. – 4 a.m. All traffic for both arrivals and departures will be directed to the bottom level until 4 a.m.

Signs and message boards are placed along John Brantley Blvd between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to notify drivers about the lane closure. The pedestrian crosswalk located outside the upper level will remain open and clear of construction equipment for access to the parking deck.

The work is expected to be completed in November.

Runway Rehabilitation Continues
RDU’s runway 5L/23R, the primary commercial runway located on the west side of the airport adjacent to Terminal 2, will close for overnight rehabilitation Sunday through Thursday from Sept. 6 through Nov. 21. When the runway is closed, aircraft will land and depart on RDU’s parallel runway, 5R/23L, located on the east side of the airport adjacent to Terminal 1. The closures are weather dependent and the project schedule provides flexibility to allow runway work to occur on Fridays and Saturdays, as needed.

AROUND THE AIRPORT
See You At The SONC Plane Pull!
The 2022 Plane Pull® for Special Olympics North Carolina is almost here! One of RDU's most popular events will take place on Saturday, Oct. 29 at the airport.

There's still time to get involved in the 2022 Plane Pull® for Special Olympics North Carolina.

Think you have what it takes?
Grab your team of five and see if you can pull an airplane 25 feet the fastest! Each five-person team must raise a minimum of $800 total by the event date.

Want to contribute to a great cause?
Donate to support a local team and learn more about sponsorship packages here.

Just want to attend the family-friendly day of fun?
Community members are welcome to attend. The event will take place Saturday Oct. 29 at the UPS Tarmac here at RDU--1480 International Drive. First pull is at 9 a.m. Get involved and learn more about the event, participation and sponsorship packages over at the Special Olympics of North Carolina website.

Meanwhile, there's more great news for international flyers: the airport Duty Free location has reopened for business.

With international flights back in full swing — including American's flight to London, Delta to Paris, Icelandair's service to Reykjavik and more — the popular store (Terminal 2, Gate C10) once again is providing guests with great deals on spirits, luxury cosmetics, fragrances and more.

Duty Free is open daily, 5 a.m.-7:30 p.m. (or last international departure). The reopening is more good news for international flyers, following the relaunch of a currency exchange kiosk in Terminal 2.

And several of The Shops of RDU have expanded their operating hours to better serve guests:

🍔 BurgerFi (Terminal 2, Gates D3-D5): 5 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
☕ Starbucks (Terminal 2, Marketplace): 4:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily
🥃 Whisky River (Terminal 2, Gate D14): Monday-Friday 5 a.m. — Last Departure; Saturday 7 a.m. – Last Departure; Sunday 11 a.m. — Last Departure
🥐 La Farm Bakery + Café (Terminal 2, Marketplace): 5 a.m.-9:30 p.m. daily
🕶️ 5th & Sunset (Terminal 2, Gate D3): 5 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily
🎧 Tech on the Go (Terminal 2, Gate D9): 5 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily
👔 Vineyard Vines (Terminal 2, Marketplace): 5 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily

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CEO CORNER
RDU's Top-5 Customer Satisfaction Ranking Reflects Our Commitment To You

Team RDU takes pride in making your travel experience truly world-class. I am excited to share that our airport was once again ranked one of the top five large airports for customer satisfaction in the latest J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study.

RDU was named fourth in 2022, its second consecutive year in the top five and fourth consecutive year in the top 10.

The J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study measures overall traveler satisfaction by examining six factors (in order of importance): terminal facilities; airport arrival/departure; baggage claim; security check; check-in/baggage check; and food, beverage and retail. J.D. Power considers large airports those with 10 to 32.9 million travelers per year. (Read the J.D. Power press release here.)

To us, customer satisfaction isn't just how our staff helps you on the day of your flight. It's also how we proactively work to develop more food and retail options, our efforts to recruit flights to new and exciting destinations, and our commitment to keeping you safe and worry-free.

With the holidays fast approaching, I look forward to seeing you again at RDU soon.

Michael Landguth
President and CEO, Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority

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Thousands of airline passengers are stranded. Here's what to do if you're one of them More than 1,000 flights have been canceled so far this July Fourth weekend, leaving travelers scrambling to figure out how to book new seats and get reimbursements for added expenses.

I promise to never subject you to this if you ride with me. I respect my customers and their ear drums.

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RDU ➡️ HVN! Our newest airline partner, Avelo Airlines, celebrates its debut service from Raleigh and Durham to Tweed New Haven Regional Airport today 🎉 The flight operates 5x per week. Tickets are on sale now!