Flying from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
A direct flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport takes 1 hour 37 minutes, on average. Durham's timezone is UTC-4 — identical to Rochester.
Flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport start from 06:30 — the earliest with Avelo Airlines. The latest departure is the 20:46 option with Avelo Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 2 services every week from ROC to RDU.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between ROC and RDU:
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is C$91. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$137. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flight tickets from ROC to RDU, book your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from ROC to RDU every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
The journey from central Rochester to Greater Rochester International Airport takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to ROC:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near RDU:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Durham is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling by public transport takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Durham in May.
When reserving your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from ROC to RDU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Durham
After locking in your flights from ROC to RDU, you'll want to find a hotel in Durham. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center are must-have experiences during your Durham visit.
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 car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Durham stay.
