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Cheap flights to Durham

— RDU
26 Oct — 2 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Return from

£494

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£688
Icelandair
  • Icelandair
  • 4/11-13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • London to Raleigh
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Durham

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Durham?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Durham are American Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines and Virgin Atlantic.

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

See what other customers who have flown with Finnair,Aer Lingus, andJetBlue to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,789 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,039 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
Icelandair
6.9
Okay
752 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,235 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.

FAQs about flying to Durham

Getting around Durham

It’s easy to travel from Durham to Raleigh by bus, and local services are pretty good, with buses arriving at most stops every half an hour. However, renting a car is advisable if you want to make the most out of your trip, with the coast a few hours’ drive away. Cycling is encouraged, with excellent paths leading from Durham to nearby towns.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Travellers can catch a bus from the international airport (RDU) straight into the centre of Durham, and then other services will take you on to hotels in the “research triangle.” Alternatively, there are plenty of taxis and there are specialist limousine and shuttle bus services, as well as rental outlets available at the main terminal.

Durham airport overview

Raleigh-Durham International Airport, located 7km (4.5 miles) northeast of the town of Morrisville in South Carolina, has direct service to more than 40 cities and is equidistant from the cities of Raleigh and Durham.

The airport processes roughly ten million passengers each year. Despite its label as an international airport, nearly all of the flights to Raleigh-Durham International Airport are domestic, with one or two routes to destinations in Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.

The airport has two terminals, with the newer Terminal 2 winning raves for its airy environment and abundance of shops and restaurants. Raleigh-Durham is known for its short queues and spacious waiting areas, and is a popular hub for quick flights from Atlanta, Charlotte and Baltimore.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Durham if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Durham on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Durham?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Durham.

  • How much is a return flight to Durham?

    A return flight to Durham will typically cost around £228, however they can be found for as little as £188.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Durham depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Durham, London offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Raleigh-Durham have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Raleigh-Durham can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Raleigh-Durham?

    Yes. Raleigh-Durham has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek is the closest property to Raleigh-Durham (1.0 mi away from Raleigh-Durham).

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