Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): what you need to know
Dubrovnik's timezone is UTC+1, making Dubrovnik five hours ahead of Durham.
Your RDU to DBV flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RDU and DBV:
London Heathrow Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,121. A return plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 2,062. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to DBV, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to DBV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred 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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU reach their destination on time.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DBV instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dubrovnik Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, AVIA Rent or Carwiz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dubrovnik and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Dubrovnik Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to central Dubrovnik
From Dubrovnik Airport, Dubrovnik is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Dubrovnik in January.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Dubrovnik, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to DBV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Dubrovnik, now it's time to discover other corners of Croatia. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Zagreb to check off its popular sights. From Zagreb Cathedral to Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Croatia, consider Split, about 161 kilometres north-west of Dubrovnik. Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour are the start of reasons to visit.
