Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Durham is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Houston.
Choose from 34 weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IAH to RDU flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Frontier Airlines is your ticket to exploring Durham (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Frontier Airlines.
United Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for IAH to RDU flights, with 87.79% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAH and RDU:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight is 37 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 74 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from IAH to RDU, book your trip seven months before your departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from IAH to RDU.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Houston to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near IAH. Whether you've booked an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RDU if you're catching a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car and explore Durham and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAH 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 cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
Baltimore is another favourite destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No journey is complete without seeing Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.
