Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Start your trip at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Look for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) that jet out of this base.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Fort Lauderdale.
The busiest route is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). You can pick from 21 direct services every week.
To ensure you catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to RDU, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak months like March or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can take a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
These are some of the popular carriers offering direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport departing from FLL:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between FLL and RDU is jetBlue.
Delta is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.87% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Travelling from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Book a hotel near RDU if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, central Durham is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Currently, R 810 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,720. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to RDU if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
December is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), while June is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Durham based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Fort Lauderdale to RDU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Durham to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Durham
Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Durham:
Your Durham visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Virginia Beach is another standout destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. No journey is complete without a visit to Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.
