Can I find cheaper flights to Durham if I am willing to have layovers?

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Durham on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Durham?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Durham.

How much is a round-trip flight to Durham?

A round-trip flight to Durham will typically cost around $264, however they can be found for as little as $58.

Where does the fastest flight to Durham depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Durham, Charlotte Douglas offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 57 minutes).

Does Raleigh-Durham have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Raleigh-Durham can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Raleigh-Durham?

Yes. Raleigh-Durham has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek is the closest property to Raleigh-Durham (1.0 mi away from Raleigh-Durham).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Durham?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Durham are United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines.

How long is the flight to Durham?

On average, a flight from New York to Durham takes 1 hour 43 minutes. Flights to Durham from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Durham

The most flights from New York to Durham are scheduled on a Sunday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (80 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Durham?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Durham are Frontier, Delta and JetBlue.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durham ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Durham when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durham, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Durham should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andJetBlue to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,611 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Delta

7.8

Good

8,611 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,611 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,251 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,611 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

JetBlue

7.1

Good

3,040 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,611 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

American Airlines

7.0

Good

12,099 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,611 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Frontier

5.6

Fair

2,568 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,611 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

FAQs about flying to Durham

Durham, NC airport overview

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), located 4.5 miles (7 km) northeast of the town of Morrisville in South Carolina, has direct service to more than 40 cities and is equidistant from the cities of Raleigh and Durham.

The airport processes roughly 10 million passengers each year. Despite its label as an international airport, nearly all of the flights to Raleigh-Durham International Airport are domestic, with one or two routes to destinations in Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.

The airport has two terminals, with the newer Terminal 2 winning raves for its airy environment and abundance of shops and restaurants. Raleigh-Durham is known for its short queues and spacious waiting areas, and is a popular hub for quick flights from Atlanta, Charlotte and Baltimore.

Can I find cheaper flights to Durham if I am willing to have layovers?
Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Durham on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Durham?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Durham.
How much is a round-trip flight to Durham?
A round-trip flight to Durham will typically cost around $264, however they can be found for as little as $58.
Where does the fastest flight to Durham depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Durham, Charlotte Douglas offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 57 minutes).
Does Raleigh-Durham have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Raleigh-Durham can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Raleigh-Durham?
Yes. Raleigh-Durham has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek is the closest property to Raleigh-Durham (1.0 mi away from Raleigh-Durham).

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Durham?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Durham should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Durham?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Durham are Frontier, Delta and JetBlue.

Weekly flight availability to Durham

The most flights from New York to Durham are scheduled on a Sunday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (80 on average).

Rainfall in Durham by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durham ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Durham when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Durham by month

How long is the flight to Durham?

On average, a flight from New York to Durham takes 1 hour 43 minutes. Flights to Durham from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andJetBlue to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Durham

Durham, NC airport overview

Can I find cheaper flights to Durham if I am willing to have layovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Durham?

How much is a round-trip flight to Durham?

Where does the fastest flight to Durham depart from?

Does Raleigh-Durham have rental cars?

Are there hotels close to Raleigh-Durham?

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