Flying from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Singapore. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.
Your flight from Singapore to RDU won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Singapore to RDU departing from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The journey from central Singapore to SIN takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Singapore Changi Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
74% of flights that take off from Singapore Changi Airport reach their destination on time.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
XSP is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. Plan ahead to find the quickest way to get to your terminal.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Singapore to RDU flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Seletar Airport:
Flights from Seletar Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them landing as planned.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you have a late flight from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Central Durham is around 18 kilometres from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
RM2,672 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. A return flight starts from RM4,776. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Singapore to RDU, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Durham. June is when most people book flights from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Singapore to RDU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Singapore to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science are essential stops on your Durham itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Virginia Beach, roughly 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are among the biggest draws.
