What is the cheapest month to fly to Durham?

August is currently the cheapest month to fly to Durham . At this moment in time March is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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, Frontier 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 $86, however they can be found for as little as $26.

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 55 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek is the closest property to Raleigh-Durham (1.0 mi away from Raleigh-Durham).

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Sat 7/194:00 pmEWR - RDU

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Deal found 7/3$72

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Nonstop1h 39mFrontier

Deal found 7/2$93

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Deal found 7/1$100

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1 stop8h 25mFrontier

Deal found 7/1$113

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Deal found 7/2$124

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Nonstop1h 42mDelta

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Nonstop1h 43mJetBlue

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Deal found 7/2$158

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Sat 7/194:00 pmEWR - RDU

Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines

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Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines

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Deal found 7/2$93

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Deal found 7/1$100

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Deal found 7/2$128

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Deal found 7/2$158

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Fri 7/45:00 pmLGA - RDU

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Wed 9/310:00 pmEWR - RDU

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Deal found 7/3$52

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1 stop8h 49mFrontier

Deal found 7/2$58

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Deal found 7/2$58

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Deal found 7/2$63

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Deal found 7/1$69

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Deal found 7/3$69

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Deal found 7/2$71

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Deal found 6/30$77

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Deal found 7/2$80

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Sat 7/19

4:00 pm-5:41 pm

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Sat 7/26

7:13 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

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LGA - RDU

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Thu 7/17

5:00 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

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Fri 7/18

2:21 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$93

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

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Fri 9/5

6:45 am-8:28 am

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6:33 pm-12:34 am

1 stop6h 01m

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JFK - RDU

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Fri 8/1

11:30 am-5:28 pm

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4:17 pm-12:42 am

1 stop8h 25m

$113

New YorkRaleigh

LGA - RDU

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Sat 8/9

11:15 am-5:14 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/13

2:21 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$122

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Tue 9/16

11:15 am-8:37 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/26

6:33 pm-12:34 am

1 stop6h 01m

$124

NewarkRaleigh

EWR - RDU

EWRRDU

Newark

Tue 7/29

2:55 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/16

7:10 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$128

New YorkRaleigh

JFK - RDU

JFKRDU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/19

6:45 am-8:24 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/20

6:47 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$131

New YorkRaleigh

LGA - RDU

LGARDU

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/7

6:30 am-8:14 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/11

7:55 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$137

New YorkRaleigh

LGA - RDU

LGARDU

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/14

6:30 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/14

12:32 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$139

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Durham

When is the best time to book a flight to Durham?

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Durham. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Durham?

On average, a flight from New York to Durham takes 4 hours 34 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Durham?

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

Weekly flight availability to Durham

The most flights from New York to Durham are scheduled on a Wednesday (115 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

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.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Durham?

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

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta 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.

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

183 reviews

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0

Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

183 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

183 reviews

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0

Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

183 reviews

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0

Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

183 reviews

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0

Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,861 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

183 reviews

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0

Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

JetBlue

7.3

Good

2,916 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

183 reviews

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0

Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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, Frontier 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 $86, however they can be found for as little as $26.
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 55 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 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?

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Rainfall in Durham by month

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Temperature in Durham by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Durham. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta 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.

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