Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Denver.
Each week, there are 24 Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, select the 07:50 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:59 with United Airlines.
To ensure you catch your DEN to RDU flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop to Durham, the United States. Jet off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport:
United is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Frontier Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for DEN to RDU flights, with 82.22% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. These are the top stopovers between DEN and RDU:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Port Columbus Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight is 60 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 122 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from DEN to RDU, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from DEN land on schedule 80% of the time.
To get to Denver International Airport from central Denver, it takes about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, have a look at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a short ride from DEN.
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and chase adventure across Durham and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport to central Durham has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Durham in March.
Book your flight from Denver International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you'd like to explore Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DEN to RDU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Durham, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to tick off its popular sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the United States, consider Baltimore, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are the start of reasons to visit.
