Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Atlanta: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Atlanta and Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most traveled route, with 85 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from RDU to ATL is with Southwest Airlines at 20:35. Go for the first departure with Frontier Airlines at 05:15 if you want to fly out earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RDU to Atlanta flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at RDU and travel straight to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta tickets.
There's a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta, including:
RDU is about 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near RDU:
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from RDU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Atlanta
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta flight is R 904. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,811. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from RDU to Atlanta, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the centre of Atlanta takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from RDU to Atlanta.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Before booking your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Atlanta offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Atlanta around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Atlanta.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are among the biggest draws.
