Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between PDX and RDU:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 111 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 231 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from PDX to RDU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PDX to RDU. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether airfares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Portland, Portland International Airport can be reached in about 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near PDX. Whether you have an early flight from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Durham. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Durham in May.
Book your flight from Portland International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you want to visit Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Durham
As soon as you've booked your flights from PDX to RDU, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Durham. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre are top sights which should be on every Durham itinerary.
Complete your Durham trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Durham stay.