Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham is five hours behind Faro and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your FAO to RDU flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between FAO and RDU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight is $863. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,619. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from FAO to RDU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
79% of flights departing from Faro Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Faro to Faro Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near FAO? If you've booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
If you have a late Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near RDU:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Durham and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Durham. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Durham in March.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Faro Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FAO to RDU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in 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 key reasons to visit.
