Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): what you need to know
The timezone in Copenhagen is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your RDU to CPH flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and CPH:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport flight is R 3,575. A return ticket right now is R 7,092. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to CPH if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to CPH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Consider booking a hotel close to CPH if you're catching a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Copenhagen Airport rental car and discover Copenhagen and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Europcar and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Copenhagen Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to central Copenhagen
Copenhagen Airport to the centre of Copenhagen has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
June is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Copenhagen in January.
The warmest month in Copenhagen is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Copenhagen Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to CPH in February. Temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Denmark
Copenhagen has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Denmark you should also see. About 145 kilometres west of Copenhagen, a trip to Odense will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Hermes (gud for handlende) vandskulptur, Det gamle vandtårn and Rose Garden.
Aalborg is another well-known destination in Denmark and is around 225 kilometres north-west of Copenhagen. No journey is complete without experiencing Aalborg Historical Museum, Utzon Centre and Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg.