Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 8 hours 40 minutes.
Durham's timezone is UTC-4, making Durham four hours behind London.
Each week, there are ten London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 09:30 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 14:45 with American Airlines.
To ensure you catch your LHR to RDU flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
American Airlines has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating LHR to RDU flights, American Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and RDU:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,278 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,211. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to RDU.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LHR to RDU.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Consider booking a hotel close to RDU if you're catching a late London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and find adventure across Durham and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Durham. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Durham, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to check off its must-visit sights. From NASCAR Hall of Fame to Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Baltimore is another essential stop in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. No journey is complete without experiencing Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion.
