Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 12 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Durham and Washington DC are in the same timezone (UTC-4).
Every week, there are 39 flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, go for the 06:00 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from IAD to RDU is 22:34 with United Airlines.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
To break up your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the IAD - RDU route include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is Rs22,352. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs44,845. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book 1 month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flights from IAD to RDU.
The cheapest month for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flights from IAD to RDU. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether airfares have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, Washington Dulles International Airport can be reached in about 51 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near IAD:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham takes about 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Durham. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from IAD to RDU sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from IAD to RDU, explore our accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre are attractions you won't want to skip in Durham.
Complete your Durham trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Durham getaway.
