Flying from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Durham is 12 hours behind Bangkok. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to RDU, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Bangkok to RDU that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BKK and RDU include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
BKK is about 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to RDU flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 60%.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near RDU and be in snooze mode sooner:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Central Durham is around 18 kilometres from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Right now, ₹ 52,261 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 105,922. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bangkok to RDU. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Bangkok to RDU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a price drop.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Durham. June is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Bangkok to RDU plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Durham:
Your Durham visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights worth exploring include DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
Durham has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, head for Virginia Beach, about 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are among its highlights.
