Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) July 2025 Operational Report

Flight Activity Overview

Total Departing Flights: 6,276

Year-over-Year Change in Departing Flights: 1.44%

In July 2025, Raleigh–Durham International Airport handled 6,276 departures, reflecting a YoY change of 1.44% as carriers adjusted capacity for peak demand. The market mix across the Southeast and key U.S. hubs remained resilient, supporting steady connectivity for the region.

On-Time Performance and Cancellations

Departure On-Time Performance: 68.10%

Year-over-Year Change in OTP: 2.74%

Cancelled Flights: 155

Year-over-Year Change in Cancellations: −36.21%

Departure OTP reached 68.10% (2.74% YoY). Weather and flow constraints around afternoon peaks influenced variability, while schedule discipline helped limit cancellations to 155. Travelers saw fewer severe disruptions but should allow buffer on busy weekends.

Airlines Serving RDU

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is served by a mix of full‑service and low‑cost carriers linking major U.S. hubs and key leisure markets. The network emphasizes domestic reach with selective long‑haul or seasonal additions, underpinned by 6,276 monthly departures.

Outlook

Over the next 4–8 weeks, schedules at the hub are expected to remain broadly stable with departure OTP near current levels; afternoon thunderstorms and Fri–Sun peaks may still trigger spot delays. Passengers should book morning departures, build 60–90 minutes of buffer for security and connections on peak days, and monitor real‑time gate and weather alerts via the NextFly App.