About Teesside International Airport
The airport is also used by passengers coming from or visiting nearby Harrogate and South Shields, making it a major gateway for the wider area.
Choose from these top airlines at Teesside International Airport for your next journey:
Need ideas on where to go if you're planning to fly from Durham? Direct flights from Teesside International Airport can take you to some exciting destinations, including:
Amsterdam
Aberdeen
Alicante
Palma
Faro
July, August, and September are the busiest months at Teesside International Airport. Summer brings peak leisure travel across the UK, with families booking getaways during the school holiday period. September extends the summer travel season as visitors make the most of milder conditions across northeast England.
January, February, and November are the quietest months at Teesside International Airport. January and February follow the holiday season, when leisure demand typically eases across regional UK airports. November sits in a shoulder period, with shorter days and cooler conditions contributing to softer passenger numbers overall.
How to get from Teesside International Airport to Durham
Get dropped off right where you want to be by booking a rideshare service with Uber from Teesside International Airport.
Durham has plenty of taxi options to take you wherever you need to go, such as Boro Cars, 1AB Taxis and Teesside Airport Taxis.
How long it takes to drive from Teesside International Airport to Durham will depend on traffic conditions, but it's usually around 35 minutes.
Check the airport's official website for up-to-date transport options into the city.
How to get to Teesside International Airport from Durham
Whether you're driving from central Durham or getting a friend to drop you off, it should take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport.
From Darlington or Middlesbrough, you can reach Teesside International Airport by taxi or a pre-booked private transfer, which are the most commonly used options. A limited bus service also connects the airport to nearby towns, though checking current routes before you travel is worth doing.
Teesside International Airport facilities
Teesside International Airport has a single terminal.
Where to stay near Teesside International Airport
Booked a late flight to Teesside International Airport or heading out first thing in the morning? The Devonport is the perfect place to rest your head. This hotel features a bar and express check-in and is around 2 kilometres away.
Car rental options near Teesside International Airport
If Durham is where your trip begins, consider picking up a car rental at Teesside International Airport.
Enterprise, Routes Car Rentals and Europcar are among the most popular providers. You'll find vehicle types for different travel needs, from short city breaks to longer trips.