Flying from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Durham one hour ahead of Pereira.
Your PEI to RDU flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PEI and RDU:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
R 4,630 is the lowest price for a one-way Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 7,291. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from PEI to RDU, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PEI to RDU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about Matecana International Airport (PEI)
61.6% of flights that take off from Matecana International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Matecana International Airport from central Pereira, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PEI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're landing on a late Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Follow your own route with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience more of Durham and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Durham. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Matecana International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you want to visit Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PEI to RDU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Durham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
Baltimore is another well-known destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No journey is complete without experiencing Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.