Flying from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Explore the options for leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL), two of the city's main airports.
2 hours 45 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Durham is 1 hour ahead of Dallas. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), with 60 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DFW to RDU is the 06:00 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:55 with American Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Dallas to RDU.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Frontier Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport jetting out of DFW.
DFW is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Book a hotel near RDU if you're catching a late flight from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Durham is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
For a one-way ticket from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, R 933 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from R 2,243. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from Dallas to RDU by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
May is the quietest time to fly to Durham. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Dallas to RDU in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre are top sights which should be on every Durham itinerary.
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