Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 14 hours ahead of Durham.
To ensure you get on your RDU to HND flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and HND:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York Newark Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Right now, $669 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,424. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to HND. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RDU to HND by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the flights that depart from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
If you have a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near HND:
Grab a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
April is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Tokyo in March.
When booking your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to HND sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Travel around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its leading sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without a visit to Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.