Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Denver's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Denver two hours behind Durham.
Each week, there are 37 Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, take the 05:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:10 with Southwest Airlines.
Your RDU to DEN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Denver (and then other destinations in United States) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to travel with Frontier Airlines on this route.
United Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for RDU to DEN flights, with 87.5% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RDU and DEN:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
Currently, RM367 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM734. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from RDU to DEN, reserve your journey six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to DEN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from RDU.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Get off your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a handy option that's not too far from DEN, unpack your bags at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport.
Pick up a Denver International Airport rental car and explore Denver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Denver International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
From Denver International Airport, Denver is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Denver in April.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Denver International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Denver, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to DEN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Colorado Springs is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Denver. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Aurora is another essential stop in United States and is around 13 kilometres east of Denver. No trip is complete without seeing Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc.
