Flying from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Akron and Durham share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CAK to RDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Travelling to Durham (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Breeze Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Breeze Airways.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CAK and RDU:
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight is R 790. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 982. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from CAK to RDU, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Akron-Canton Airport (CAK)
CAK is located at 5400 Lauby Road NW - Box 9.
73.45% of flights taking off from Akron-Canton Airport reach their destination on time.
Akron-Canton Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Akron. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CAK:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RDU if you're catching a late Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Durham and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Durham. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Akron-Canton Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAK to RDU in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Durham, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to check off its leading sights. From NASCAR Hall of Fame to Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, head for Baltimore, about 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion are among its highlights.
