Flight tickets from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham

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Cheapest deal₹ 4,305
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration1 hour and 22 minutes
Most popular airlineDelta

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Compare routes from Atlanta to Durham below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Raleigh / Durham.

Finding cheap flights from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham is ₹ 4,305. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham.
Aeromexico, Delta and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham.
As of December 2025, there are 371 flights per week flying from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham.
The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Atlanta to Raleigh / Durham Airport on Wednesday, 14 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Raleigh / Durham but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Durham is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Raleigh / Durham is Frontier Airlines .

Travelling from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know

  • Start your adventure at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Look for flights from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) that depart from this terminal.

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.

  • Atlanta and Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.

  • With 85 direct flights a week between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 7:10am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from ATL to RDU is with Frontier Airlines at 10:59pm.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Atlanta to RDU, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.

Airports in Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • You can take a direct flight from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

  • You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport departing from ATL. Book your ticket with one of these:

  • The most frequently booked airline between ATL and RDU is Delta Air Lines.

  • Delta Air Lines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • ATL is about 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:

  • 76.64% of flights leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Durham. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is ₹ 2,149. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 4,305. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap flights from Atlanta to RDU, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • Affordable Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Never miss a deal on flight tickets from Atlanta to RDU by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Visit Durham in May for a more laid-back experience.

  • Before locking in your Atlanta to RDU flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Durham

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Durham right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham International Airport:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and American Tobacco Historic District are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Durham itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.

  • Around 274 kilometres north-east of Durham, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.

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