Travelling from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Guayaquil.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your GYE to RDU flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between GYE and RDU:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Miami International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Currently, R 3,817 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,549. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GYE to RDU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from GYE to RDU.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
90% of flights leaving Guayaquil Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from GYE.
Guayaquil Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Guayaquil. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near GYE:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near RDU:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Raleigh / Durham 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 lowest price, book your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Durham. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Guayaquil Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GYE to RDU sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-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.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
