Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Abu Dhabi is nine hours ahead of Durham and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RDU to AUH flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zayed International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between RDU and AUH:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Currently, R 6,898 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,732. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to AUH, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zayed International Airport.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights that depart Raleigh / Durham Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zayed International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)
If you have a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zayed International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near AUH:
Follow your own route with a Zayed International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Book your ride from Zayed International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zayed International Airport is May, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zayed International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to AUH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If you want to check out another corner of the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, about 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are the start of reasons to visit.
