Flying from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) heading out from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Durham is 13 hours behind Tokyo. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to RDU, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Tokyo to RDU with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between HND and RDU include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
HND is about 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
73.52% of flights leaving from Haneda Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Narita International Airport:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from Tokyo's centre in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Tokyo to RDU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Narita International Airport:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near RDU:
Go where the road takes you with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Durham and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Central Durham is roughly 16 kilometres from Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is ₹ 40,723. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 66,251. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Tokyo to RDU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Visit Durham in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Tokyo to RDU flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Durham right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tokyo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport:
DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre and American Tobacco Campus District are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Durham must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out American Tobacco Historic District.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including 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. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.
