Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Gainesville Airport (GNV): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to GNV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Gainesville Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and GNV:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Gainesville Airport (GNV)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Gainesville Airport flight is 234 €. A return plane ticket is currently 304 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to GNV if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Gainesville Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check 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 RDU to GNV.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the departures from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Gainesville Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Gainesville Airport (GNV)
Consider booking a hotel near GNV if you have a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Gainesville Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Gainesville Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Enterprise and discover more of Gainesville and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Gainesville Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Gainesville Airport (GNV) to central Gainesville
You'll find GNV at 3400 Northeast 39th Avenue.
Gainesville Airport to central Gainesville has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Gainesville Airport (GNV)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Gainesville Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Gainesville. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Gainesville Airport for July if you want to explore Gainesville during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to GNV sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Gainesville is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres north-east of Gainesville, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Atlanta is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Gainesville. No journey is complete without experiencing Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
