Flying from Akron / Canton Regional Airport (CAK) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Akron.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your CAK to RDU flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Breeze Airways offers direct flights from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Breeze Airways on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CAK and RDU:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Akron / Canton Regional Airport (CAK) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
R 784 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,808. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from CAK to RDU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CAK to RDU by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Akron / Canton Regional Airport (CAK)
You'll find CAK at 5400 Lauby Road NW - Box 9.
When it comes to Akron / Canton Regional Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Akron / Canton Regional Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Akron. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near CAK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Durham and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Durham in March.
Book your flight from Akron / Canton Regional Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you want to explore Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAK to RDU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Baltimore is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No trip is complete without visiting National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
