Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to New York: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York is 1 hour 55 minutes.
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Durham (the location of Raleigh-Durham International Airport).
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the most traveled route, with 84 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from RDU to LGA is with Delta Air Lines at 19:59. Choose the first departure with American Airlines at 05:25 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your RDU to New York flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
You can travel nonstop from RDU to New York. Pick from these arrival points when searching for a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York ticket:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York. Some of the most popular are:
RDU is around 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RDU touch down on schedule 80.09% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to New York
Rs7,054 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs16,465. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to JFK if you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Go where the road takes you with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and discover more of New York and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from RDU to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your RDU to New York flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EWR. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR will help you stay within budget.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel near LGA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your RDU to New York flight:
Take control of the next leg of your trip with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are dependable companies for booking.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York for the lowest prices.
LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Visit New York during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RDU to New York around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to New York, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of United States
New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.