Travelling from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Pittsburgh.
Flights from PIT to RDU start from 05:59 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:15 with Breeze Airways. In total, there are 15 weekly Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PIT to RDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Travelling to Durham (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PIT to RDU flights, with 79.49% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PIT and RDU:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
R 1,031 is the best price for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,979. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PIT to RDU.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The address for PIT is 1000 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pittsburgh International Airport, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Pittsburgh International Airport from central Pittsburgh, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PIT:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
If you're coming in on a late Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and chase adventure across Durham and beyond.
Booking your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Durham. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. 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). Search for cheap tickets from PIT to RDU around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include 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.
