Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Dayton International Airport (DAY): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RDU to DAY flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dayton International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RDU and DAY include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of all flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dayton International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Dayton International Airport (DAY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dayton International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DAY instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dayton International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and explore beyond Dayton's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Dayton International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Dayton International Airport (DAY) to central Dayton
The address for DAY is Terminal Building.
From Dayton International Airport, Dayton is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Dayton International Airport (DAY)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dayton International Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Dayton. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dayton is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dayton International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to DAY in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Dayton, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 370 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, consider Columbus, roughly 105 kilometres east of Dayton. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre are key highlights.
