Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is seven hours behind Helsinki.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your HEL to RDU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between HEL and RDU:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
R 6,117 is the lowest price for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,091. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from HEL to RDU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HEL to RDU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart HEL arrive at their destination without delay.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near HEL:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Book a hotel close to RDU if you have a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Durham and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Durham. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Durham. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to RDU in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary busy. 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 essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
