Travelling from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Orlando's main airport, Orlando International Airport (MCO). Check out the options for catching a flight from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) departing from this terminal.
1 hour 50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Orlando. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.
With 45 direct flights a week between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is the most popular route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MCO to RDU is with Frontier Airlines at 10:20pm.
Your flight from Orlando to RDU won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're going away during a peak month like March, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Get there in one go from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Nonstop flights from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are available from here.
At MCO, you'll find a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, such as:
Most travellers choose to fly with Delta from MCO to RDU.
Among carriers on this route, Frontier Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
MCO is around 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
77% of flights taking off from Orlando International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can get to SFB from the centre of Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Orlando to RDU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Orlando Sanford International Airport:
69% of flights taking off from Orlando Sanford International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Have a late flight from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near RDU and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Central Durham is around 18 kilometres from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
$40 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Return flights start at $80. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Orlando to RDU if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). June is the peak month for travel to Durham. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in December.
Lock in a Orlando to RDU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Durham to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Durham
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Durham right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Orlando to Raleigh-Durham International Airport:
Your trip to Durham isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you can't miss include DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 274 kilometres northeast of Durham, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.