Travelling from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Beijing is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) heading out from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is 12 hours behind Beijing.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Beijing to RDU.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Beijing to RDU leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
PEK is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
79.67% of flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The drive from central Beijing to PKX usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Beijing to RDU flight? Kick back in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Daxing International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 88.83% of them arriving right on cue.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Reserve a hotel close to RDU if you have a late flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Durham and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham is roughly 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
At the moment, Rs148,457 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs391,451. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Beijing to RDU. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Beijing to RDU.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
May is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Beijing to RDU flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Durham to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Durham right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Raleigh-Durham International Airport:
DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre and American Tobacco Campus District are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Durham to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to American Tobacco Historic District.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Durham, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres west to Charlotte to check off its top attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Virginia Beach is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres north-east of Durham. No trip is complete without dropping by Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.
