Traveling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
3 hours 5 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Dallas is 1 hour behind Durham and operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Every week, there are 61 flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, select the 05:03 American Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from RDU to DFW is 22:21 with Frontier Airlines.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between RDU and DFW:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is $74. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $150. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from RDU to DFW by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Play around with filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 14 miles from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RDU? If you're on an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you're on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DFW:
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to the center of Dallas takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 20 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours and 55 minutes.
When to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dallas. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with the temperature ranging from 75ºF to 106ºF.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to DFW in January. Temperatures average between 34ºF and 61ºF then.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip right by finding an amazing stay. After booking your flight from RDU to DFW, explore our selection of hotel options including:
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and Perot Museum of Nature and Science are a couple of big attractions to put on your Dallas travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Dallas Museum of Art.
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