Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to St. John's International Airport (YYT): what you need to know
The timezone in St John's is UTC-3:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Durham.
To ensure you catch your RDU to YYT flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between RDU and YYT:
Pearson International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to St. John's International Airport (YYT)
Right now, RM1,286 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,812. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to YYT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RDU to YYT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at St. John's International Airport (YYT)
Reserve a hotel near YYT if you're on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a St. John's International Airport rental car and explore St John's and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from St. John's International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to central St John's
St. John's International Airport to central St John's has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to St. John's International Airport (YYT)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit St John's based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to St. John's International Airport for August if you want to go to St John's during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to YYT in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
St John's has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 5 kilometres south-west of St John's, a trip to Mount Pearl will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Babb Crescent Park, Nelson Park and St. David's Park.
Corner Brook is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 418 kilometres north-west of St John's. No trip is complete without a visit to Marble Zip Tours, Steady Brook Falls Trail and Corner Brook Tourist Sign.