Travelling from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The timezone in Durham is UTC-4, which is four hours ahead of Fairbanks.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your FAI to RDU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between FAI and RDU include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
256 € is currently the best price for a one-way Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Return flights start at 709 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from FAI to RDU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from FAI to RDU is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
FAI is located at University Ave..
Of the departures from Fairbanks International Airport, 72.63% arrive on time at their destination.
Fairbanks International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Fairbanks. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to FAI? If you're catching an early flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you have a late Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near RDU:
Explore without limits with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and chase adventure across Durham and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Durham is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAI to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
Baltimore is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No journey is complete without a visit to Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.
