Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Buffalo and Durham share the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Choose from three weekly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flights. The 17:08 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest flight available. Frontier Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:27.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your BUF to RDU flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Frontier Airlines has direct flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Frontier Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BUF to RDU flights, with 75.0% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BUF and RDU:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
ر.ق. 204 is the best price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 457. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from BUF to RDU by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
75.46% of flights departing from Buffalo Niagara International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Buffalo Niagara International Airport from central Buffalo, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BUF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Reserve a hotel close to RDU if you're catching a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Durham and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Durham. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BUF to RDU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
Baltimore is another well-known destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No journey is complete without a visit to Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.
