Flying from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Toronto. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) departing from here.
The average duration of a direct Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Toronto and Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
With 17 direct flights a week between the two airports, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 8am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from YYZ to RDU is with Air Canada at 6:30pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Toronto to RDU, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can find a direct flight from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) leaving from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
You can get away on a direct flight from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with Air Canada. This popular airline offers services from YYZ.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between YYZ and RDU is Air Canada.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Toronto Pearson International Airport:
When it comes to Toronto Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to RDU flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
From central Toronto, YHM is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of YHM is 68%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Book a hotel near RDU if you have a late flight from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Durham. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Right now, $422 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $717. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to RDU. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Durham. June is when most people book flights from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Toronto to RDU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Durham trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 274 kilometres northeast of Durham, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.