Flying from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the LGB - RDU route are:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Dallas Love Field
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 136 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 280 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LGB to RDU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LGB to RDU. There's no need to check every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price.
Use filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Long Beach Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Long Beach. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 46 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LGB:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near RDU:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Durham. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Long Beach Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you want to go to Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGB to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Durham
After booking your flights from LGB to RDU, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Durham. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and Duke University Chapel are a couple of major attractions to put on your Durham must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre.
Complete your Durham trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Durham stay.