Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Rio de Janeiro to RDU.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to RDU. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
GIG is about 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from GIG make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can arrive at SDU from the centre of Rio de Janeiro in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio de Janeiro to RDU flight, stay in one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, central Durham is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Right now, Rs91,715 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs178,212. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to RDU if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to RDU.
Save money on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). June is when most people visit Durham. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Rio de Janeiro to RDU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre and Sarah P. Duke Gardens are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Durham itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
Durham will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 193 kilometres west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Virginia Beach, about 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are highlights.
