Flying from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Beijing. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.
Your flight from Beijing to RDU 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 travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to RDU. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Beijing to PEK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport:
81% of flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of PEK.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can arrive at PKX from central Beijing in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Beijing to RDU flight? Unwind in a hotel near Beijing Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 87% of them arriving right on cue.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near RDU:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
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 making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is Rs189,257. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs357,690. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Beijing to RDU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Durham. June is when most people book flights from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Beijing to RDU plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Durham:
Your Durham trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 274 kilometres northeast of Durham, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.
