Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Charlotte and Durham are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
Flights from CLT to RDU start from 00:40 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 23:00 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 209 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CLT to RDU flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Durham (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for CLT to RDU flights, with 80.14% of its services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CLT and RDU:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
R 1,091 is the lowest price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,714. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from CLT to RDU, book your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CLT to RDU.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the flights that depart from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Charlotte Douglas International Airport from central Charlotte, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near CLT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're getting in on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near RDU:
Travel at your own pace with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Durham and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Durham. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you want to visit Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CLT to RDU around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Durham, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to check off its top sights. From NASCAR Hall of Fame to Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.
