Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver.
Vancouver is three hours behind Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located. Vancouver observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your RDU to Vancouver flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver ticket. Start your trip at RDU and end it at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Book your favourite seat with Air Canada. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from RDU to Vancouver with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
RDU is about 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near RDU. Whether you have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RDU make it to their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Vancouver
The best price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver flight is ر.ق. 364. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 818. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from RDU to Vancouver, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.
May is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from RDU to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
Travelling by public transport will take around 15 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CXH. Unwind and get cosy after your RDU to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from CXH as soon as you know your dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver has arrived. Central Vancouver is about 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near YXX after your RDU to Vancouver flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Start your travels without stressing about how to reach your next stop with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted companies here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from YXX around one week ahead of your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before scheduling your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Vancouver offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Vancouver around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Vancouver, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Vancouver itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without visiting Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.
