Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Charlotte's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Durham.
Flights from RDU to CLT start from 05:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:18 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 104 weekly Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your RDU to CLT flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Getting to Charlotte (and then exploring more of United States!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for RDU to CLT flights, with 83.62% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between RDU and CLT:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
$87 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight. Return flights start from $219. These fares may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to CLT, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of RDU.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CLT instead:
Pick up a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car and explore Charlotte and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Easirent and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Charlotte Douglas International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport to central Charlotte has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 4 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Charlotte based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Charlotte is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to CLT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Charlotte. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park.
Virginia Beach is another well-known destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres north-east of Charlotte. No trip is complete without seeing Marina Shores Marina, Rudee Inlet Station Marina and Allegra.
