Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Miami and Durham are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from MIA to RDU start at 07:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 22:30 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 45 weekly Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flights.
Your MIA to RDU flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, so jetting to Durham (and then visiting more of the United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier operating MIA to RDU flights is American Airlines. Its services land as planned 74.95% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between MIA and RDU:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Right now, R 456 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 902. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MIA to RDU, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
The address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Miami International Airport, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Miami. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MIA:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Durham's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh / Durham Airport, Durham is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Durham. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Miami International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you'd like to visit Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MIA to RDU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Durham, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to check off its must-visit sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Baltimore, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are the start of reasons to visit.
