Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport.
Cincinnati's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Durham.
Flights from RDU to CVG start at 11:21 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 13:00 with Delta Air Lines. In total, there are seven weekly Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RDU to CVG flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Cincinnati (and then seeing more of the United States!) is easy with Delta. This popular airline offers direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Delta.
Delta ranks as the leading on-time carrier for RDU to CVG flights, with 81.91% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and CVG:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport flight is 51 €. A return plane ticket is currently 108 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to CVG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RDU to CVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Cincinnati's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport about two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cincinnati based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cincinnati, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to CVG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Cincinnati has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 402 kilometres north-west of Cincinnati, a visit to Chicago will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Columbus is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north-east of Cincinnati. No journey is complete without seeing Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.