Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Akureyri Airport (AEY): what you need to know
Akureyri is five hours ahead of Durham and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RDU to AEY flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Akureyri Airport flight is $1,073. A round-trip fare is currently $1,393. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to AEY. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Akureyri Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to AEY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Akureyri Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights that take off from Raleigh / Durham Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Akureyri Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Akureyri Airport (AEY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh / Durham Airport to Akureyri Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AEY instead:
Explore without limits with a Akureyri Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Hertz and see more of Akureyri and beyond.
Increase your chances of scoring the best deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Akureyri Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to central Akureyri
From Akureyri Airport, Akureyri is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Akureyri Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Akureyri based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Akureyri Airport for July if you want to explore Akureyri during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 3ºC and 17ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to AEY in December. Average temperatures are between -14ºC and 1ºC then.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Akureyri, a trip to Reykjavik will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Iceland, head for Kópavogur, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Akureyri. Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja are among its highlights.
