Travelling from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Tampa and Durham are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are 25 Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, jump on the 05:01 Frontier Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:46 with Delta Air Lines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your TPA to RDU flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Durham (and then other corners of the United States) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Delta is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier offering TPA to RDU flights. An impressive 85.09% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Currently, Rs13,568 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs16,356. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from TPA to RDU, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from TPA to RDU.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
78% of flights leaving from Tampa International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Tampa International Airport from central Tampa, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near TPA:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Pick up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car and explore Durham and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport to central Durham has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Durham. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from TPA to RDU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
