Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Montrose Airport (MTJ): what you need to know
Leave plenty of time to catch your RDU to MTJ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RDU and MTJ include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Montrose Airport (MTJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport flight is $397. A round-trip ticket right now is $646. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to MTJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to MTJ.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights that take off from Raleigh / Durham Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Montrose Airport (MTJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MTJ instead:
Pick up a Montrose Airport rental car and explore Montrose and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserve your vehicle from Montrose Airport a few weeks in advance to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Montrose Airport (MTJ) to central Montrose
MTJ is located at 2100 Airport Road.
Montrose Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Montrose. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Montrose Airport (MTJ)
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport. Montrose in peak season has a buzzing atmosphere, but prices are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Montrose Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Montrose, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -15ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to MTJ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Montrose, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 290 kilometres north-east to Denver to tick off its top sights. From Denver Art Museum to Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 386 kilometres south of Montrose, Albuquerque is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Balloon Fiesta Park, Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Petroglyph National Monument.
