Traveling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Eagle County Airport (EGE): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your RDU to EGE flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and EGE:
Denver International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Eagle County Airport (EGE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport flight is $177. A round-trip fare is currently $353. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RDU to EGE, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RDU to EGE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU land on time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Eagle County Airport (EGE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EGE instead:
Pick up an Eagle County Airport rental car and explore Vail and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Hertz and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Eagle County Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Eagle County Airport (EGE) to central Vail
Eagle County Airport to the center of Vail has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 35 miles away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Eagle County Airport (EGE)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport is November, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Vail based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Vail is July, with temperatures ranging between 41ºF and 79ºF. Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Eagle County Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºF and 32ºF. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to EGE sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Denver is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Vail. Around 75 miles away to the east, its best attractions include Denver Art Museum, Union Station and Denver Botanic Gardens.
Colorado Springs is another essential stop in United States and is around 100 miles south-east of Vail. No journey is complete without visiting US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
