Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham is five hours behind Birmingham and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your BHX to RDU flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BHX and RDU include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Currently, $1,117 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $972. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BHX to RDU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BHX to RDU.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BHX:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RDU if you're taking a late Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience more of Durham and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh / Durham Airport, Durham is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Durham. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you want to visit Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to RDU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Baltimore, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are key highlights.