Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, making Durham five hours behind Edinburgh.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to RDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and RDU:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
$959 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,416. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to RDU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
73% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Edinburgh Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Durham and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh / Durham Airport, Durham is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Durham in March.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.