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Raleigh-Durham Intl

Raleigh-Durham Intl (KRDU/RDU) serves Raleigh/Durham, United States. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (05L/23R, 05R/23L). Field elevation is 435 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KRDU
  • Name: Raleigh-Durham Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 35.877602
  • Longitude: -78.787498
  • Elevation: 435 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Raleigh/Durham
  • IATA Code: RDU
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Distance from City: 0.3 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05L/23R

  • Designation: 05L/23R
  • Dimensions: 10000 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 05R/23L

  • Designation: 05R/23L
  • Dimensions: 7500 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14/32

  • Designation: 14/32
  • Dimensions: 3570 X 100
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.300 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 123.800 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $3.67 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.78 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: FBO services by Atlantic Aviation and Galaxy FBO. Volume discounts may be available. International facility fees additional where applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft prohibited. Chapter 3 minimum required.

Alternates

KFAY

  • ICAO: KFAY
  • Name: Fayetteville Regl/Grannis
  • Distance (NM): 53.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

KGSO

  • ICAO: KGSO
  • Name: Piedmont Triad Intl
  • Distance (NM): 57.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KEWN

  • ICAO: KEWN
  • Name: Coastal Carolina Regl
  • Distance (NM): 98.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at KRDU?
The tower frequency at Raleigh-Durham Intl is 119.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at KRDU?
Raleigh-Durham Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does KRDU require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Raleigh-Durham Intl (United States).