Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Lome Airport (LFW): what you need to know
Lome is four hours ahead of Durham and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RDU to LFW flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and LFW:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Lome Airport (LFW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport flight is Rs302,405. A round-trip fare is currently Rs617,273. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from RDU to LFW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of RDU.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Lome Airport (LFW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LFW instead:
Explore beyond Lome and head to places that many travellers miss with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Lome Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Hertz.
Reserving your ride from Lome Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lome Airport (LFW) to central Lome
Lome Airport to the centre of Lome has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lome Airport (LFW)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Lome. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lome Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Lome, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 33ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RDU to LFW sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Togo
You've seen Lome, now it's time to explore more of Togo. Journey around 322 kilometres north to Sokodé to check off its top attractions. From Eglise des Assemblée de Dieu du Togo, Tchawanda to Grande Mosquée de Sokodé and Musee regional de Sokode, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Next up? Journey to Kara. It's about 386 kilometres north of Lome and features highlights including Koutammakou and Église Catholique Sainte Famille.
