Flying from Dayton International Airport (DAY) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Dayton and Durham share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your DAY to RDU flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DAY and RDU include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dayton International Airport (DAY) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Right now, $482 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $559. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DAY to RDU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DAY to RDU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Dayton International Airport (DAY)
DAY's address is Terminal Building.
76% of flights that take off from Dayton International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Dayton International Airport from central Dayton, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DAY? If you're boarding an early flight from Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Pick up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car and explore Durham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport to central Durham has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Dayton International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DAY to RDU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Baltimore, about 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are among its highlights.
