Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Vilnius Airport (VNO): what you need to know
Vilnius's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Vilnius seven hours ahead of Durham.
Give yourself enough time to make your RDU to VNO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Vilnius Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and VNO:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to Raleigh / Durham Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Vilnius Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Vilnius Airport (VNO)
Book a hotel close to VNO if you're catching a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Vilnius Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Vilnius Airport rental car and discover Vilnius and beyond with your own wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Toprent are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Vilnius Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to central Vilnius
Vilnius Airport to central Vilnius has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Vilnius Airport (VNO)
September is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Vilnius Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Vilnius in March.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Vilnius Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Vilnius, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to VNO in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Lithuania
Vilnius has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Lithuania you'll want to see. About 88 kilometres west of Vilnius, a visit to Kaunas will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Street art, Unity Square and Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Klaipėda is another well-known destination in Lithuania and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius. No journey is complete without seeing WWII Bunkers, The Dolphinarium and Klaipėda Castle.
