Flying from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG), the main airport in Cincinnati. Search for flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) that leave from this terminal.
1 hour 27 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Cincinnati.
The most popular route is from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), with 22 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CVG to RDU is the 05:40 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:46 with American Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Cincinnati to RDU.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
You can take a direct flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) departing from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport departing from CVG. Book your ticket with one of these:
CVG is about 13 miles from central Cincinnati. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Reserve a hotel near RDU if you have a late flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to the center of Durham is about 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
$80 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Return flights start from $160. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from Cincinnati to RDU by booking 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Cincinnati to RDU.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
The best time to fly from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Durham in May when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Cincinnati to RDU for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Durham to range from 66ºF to 91ºF.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 27ºF and 55ºF. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cincinnati to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center are must-do's during your Durham adventure.
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