Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Washington DC and Durham are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
Every week, there are 78 Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, pick the 08:00 Delta Air Lines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 22:00 with American Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to RDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Getting to Durham (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for DCA to RDU flights, with 83.28% of services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DCA and RDU:
Philadelphia International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
R 1,487 is the best price for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,731. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from DCA to RDU, reserve your journey seven months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Washington DC to Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DCA? If you've booked an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Reserve a hotel near RDU if you're on a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and see more of Durham and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Durham is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DCA to RDU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Durham, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to check off its top attractions. From NASCAR Hall of Fame to Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Baltimore is another essential stop in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No trip is complete without a visit to Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.
