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Durham.$1,835 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,835, select.
Durham.$1,881 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,881, select.
Durham.$1,920 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Sat, 24 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,920, select.
Durham.$1,923 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,923, select.
Durham.$1,943 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,943, select.
Durham.$2,083 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,083, select.
Durham.$2,183 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Thu, 15 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,183, select.
Durham.$2,266 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,266, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham Airport

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Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:April

Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Durham below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Raleigh / Durham.

Melbourne to Durham: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,835
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham is $1,835. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham. But we found flights with one stop from $1,835.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Raleigh / Durham Airport on Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Raleigh / Durham Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Raleigh / Durham but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Durham is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Raleigh / Durham is Air New Zealand .

Flying from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) departing from here.

  • The timezone in Durham is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Melbourne. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.

  • Your flight from Melbourne to RDU won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Melbourne to RDU departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is about 24 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:

About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Durham. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 10 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • $1,138 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Return flights start from $1,835. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.

  • We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Melbourne to RDU. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have more options for departure times and dates.

  • Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Melbourne to RDU is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price drops.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Durham in May when things are quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from Melbourne to RDU, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Durham

Complete your Durham trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Melbourne to Raleigh-Durham International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Durham and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.

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