Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Atlanta: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Atlanta and Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most traveled route, with 85 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from RDU to ATL is with Southwest Airlines at 20:35. Go for the first departure with Frontier Airlines at 05:15 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your RDU to Atlanta flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Direct Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta tickets are available for booking. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will be where your journey ends.
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta include:
The journey from central Durham to RDU takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of RDU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Atlanta
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta flight is ₹ 2,672. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 5,381. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from RDU to Atlanta, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta. Book one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and explore beyond Atlanta's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks before your flight from RDU to Atlanta can help you lock in the lowest rate.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Before booking your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Atlanta offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Atlanta around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Atlanta
Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Atlanta, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are among the biggest draws.
