Flying from Accra Airport (ACC) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Durham five hours behind Accra.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ACC to RDU flight.
Travelling during a peak month like December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Accra Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ACC and RDU:
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Airport (ACC) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Accra Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight is $1,989. A return plane ticket is currently $1,824. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from ACC to RDU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Accra Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
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Handy information about Accra Airport (ACC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Accra Airport, 64% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Accra Airport from central Accra, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ACC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Accra Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Accra Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Grab a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car and explore Durham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week before you set off.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Accra Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Durham. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Accra Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you'd like to visit Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ACC to RDU around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.