Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): what you need to know
Larnaca's timezone is UTC+2, making Larnaca six hours ahead of Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your RDU to LCA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and LCA:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight is $851. A round-trip fare is currently $1,192. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to LCA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to LCA.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU land on time.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
If you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LCA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Larnaca International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Get Your Car, Aercar or 7777 Rent and explore beyond Larnaca's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Larnaca International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
Larnaca International Airport to the centre of Larnaca has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Larnaca based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Larnaca International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Larnaca during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to LCA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've seen Larnaca, now it's time to discover other corners of Cyprus. Travel around 40 kilometres north-west to Nicosia to tick off its popular sights. From Ledra Street Crossing Point to Selimiye Mosque and Venetian walls of Nicosia, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Limassol is another favourite destination in Cyprus and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Larnaca. No journey is complete without seeing Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma, Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni.
