Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport.
Freeport's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Durham.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your RDU to FPO flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Bahamasair offers direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Freeport — and maybe even more of Bahamas if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Bahamasair.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RDU and FPO:
Miami International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport flight is Rs61,575. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs131,600. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from RDU to FPO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RDU to FPO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU arrive at their destination without delay.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FPO instead:
Line up a Grand Bahama International Airport rental car from leading outlets like Hertz or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Freeport and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Give yourself a better shot at securing a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Grand Bahama International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) to central Freeport
Grand Bahama International Airport to the centre of Freeport has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Freeport based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Freeport is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Grand Bahama International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 18ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RDU to FPO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Bahamas
Nassau is just one of the many cities in Bahamas waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Freeport. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Queen's Staircase, Fort Fincastle and Cabbage Beach.
Around 3 kilometres east of Freeport, Lucaya is another favourite stop in Bahamas. Experience major highlights starting with Shiloh Seventh-day Adventist Church, St. Paul's Methodist Church and Agape House Ministries.
