Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Durham's timezone is UTC-4, making Durham two hours ahead of Denver.
Choose from 37 weekly Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flights. The 07:50 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:59.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DEN to RDU flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly nonstop to Durham, United States. Book a ticket with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Frontier Airlines on this route.
United Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for DEN to RDU flights, with 85.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DEN and RDU:
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight is Rs21,081. A return ticket is currently Rs45,026. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from DEN to RDU by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN's address is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.23% of flights that take off from DEN arrive at their destination without delay.
Denver International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Denver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, take a look at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a short drive from DEN.
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Hit the road running by picking up a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz to explore Durham and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Durham. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Denver International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DEN to RDU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Durham, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to check off its leading sights. From NASCAR Hall of Fame to Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.
