Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Durham one hour ahead of Memphis.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEM to RDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like October, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Breeze Airways has direct flights from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Breeze Airways.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEM and RDU:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Chicago Midway Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Currently, $206 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $269. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MEM to RDU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEM to RDU.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
MEM's address is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Of the departures from Memphis International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Memphis International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Memphis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to MEM? If you're boarding an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Durham's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Memphis International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEM to RDU sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include 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 major highlights starting with National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
