Flying from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Belfast has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) flying out of Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is four hours behind Belfast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to RDU.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Belfast to RDU even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is an option when departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% touch down on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your flight from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). One of the main stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and RDU, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Belfast to RDU flight, unwind in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
68.3% of flights out of George Best Belfast City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near RDU and turn out the lights sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Durham's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham is around 16 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
At the moment, 795 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 699 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Belfast to RDU if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). July is the busiest month to travel to Durham. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in May.
Book a Belfast to RDU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Durham to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and American Tobacco Historic District are essential stops on your Durham itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Virginia Beach is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres north-east of Durham. No trip is complete without visiting Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.
