Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT): what you need to know
Mazatlan is three hours behind Durham and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your RDU to MZT flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport. Simply deselect '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 MZT:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport flight is $383. A return fare is currently $1,161. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to MZT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RDU to MZT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
Hop off your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport flight and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfortable option a short journey from MZT, stay at Las Villas Hotel & Golf By Estrella del Mar.
Explore without limits with a Mazatlan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Ace Rent a Car or Europcar and discover more of Mazatlan and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Mazatlan International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) to central Mazatlan
Mazatlan International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Mazatlan. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mazatlan based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Mazatlan, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to MZT sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Mazatlan. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Mazatlan, Zapopan is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Andador 20 de Noviembre, Los Guayabos Comunidad Ecológica and Colonia Mexico Park.
