Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR): what you need to know
If you're traveling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between RDU and BTR include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
C$530 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. A return flight starts from C$365. These fares may change based on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap flight tickets from RDU to BTR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The journey from central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RDU:
Arriving at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
If you're on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BTR:
Getting from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to central Baton Rouge
From Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, Baton Rouge is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 53 minutes.
When to fly to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Baton Rouge in February.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport for August if you want to explore Baton Rouge during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 39ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from RDU to BTR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Baton Rouge
After locking in your flights from RDU to BTR, you'll want to find a place to stay in Baton Rouge. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Center for the Arts are essential stops on your Baton Rouge itinerary.
Complete your Baton Rouge trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Baton Rouge vacation.
