Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Singapore: what you need to know
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8. The city is 12 hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your RDU to Singapore flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from RDU to Singapore with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
RDU is around 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near RDU. Whether you have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from RDU make it to their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Singapore
$706 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,860. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from RDU to Singapore, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across the month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel near SIN if you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Changi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Singapore and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Changi International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from RDU to Singapore.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is roughly 19 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP).
The journey will take about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near XSP. Kick back and get cosy after your RDU to Singapore flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
Plan your trip to Singapore in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Singapore around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Singapore
Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Singapore, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Singapore must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Singapore.