Travelling from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Ottawa. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.
Your flight from Ottawa to RDU won't wait if you're 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 travelling internationally.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
58% of flights that leave from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near RDU and shut your eyes sooner:
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Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
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. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
RM731 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Return flights start from RM2,199. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to RDU. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). November is the peak month for travel to Durham. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in September.
When booking your Ottawa to RDU plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Durham
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Durham:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and Sarah P. Duke Gardens are popular attractions which should be on any good Durham itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, head for Virginia Beach, about 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach are key highlights.
