Flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Washington DC and Durham share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Each week, there are 27 Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, select the 08:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your BWI to RDU flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates BWI to RDU flights, with 77.99% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BWI and RDU include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Buffalo Niagara International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight is RM277. A round-trip fare right now is RM557. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BWI to RDU.
The cheapest month for flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BWI to RDU.
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Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Of the departures from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BWI. Whether you have an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you have a late Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near RDU:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Durham's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Durham. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you want to explore Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BWI to RDU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Durham, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to check off its top attractions. From NASCAR Hall of Fame to Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Baltimore, about 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion are among the biggest draws.