Travelling from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Charlotte.
Every week, there are 61 Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, opt for the 07:06 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:00 with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your CLT to RDU flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CLT to RDU flights. A dependable 80.45% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and RDU:
Washington Dulles Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight is $109. A return ticket right now is $291. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from CLT to RDU, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to Charlotte Douglas Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Charlotte Douglas Airport from central Charlotte, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near CLT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Follow your own route with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and chase adventure across Durham and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Durham in March.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you want to go to Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CLT to RDU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, head for Baltimore, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are among its highlights.
