Travelling from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is 18 hours behind Auckland.
Your AKL to RDU flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between AKL and RDU:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Rs176,816 is currently the best price for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs311,230. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from AKL to RDU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from AKL to RDU.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Of the departures from Auckland International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
Auckland International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
If you have a late Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RDU:
Travel at your own pace with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Durham and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh / Durham Airport, Durham is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Durham in March.
Lock in your flight from Auckland International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you'd like to go to Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
