Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Hilo Airport (ITO): what you need to know
Your RDU to ITO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Hilo Airport (ITO)
£374 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Hilo Airport flight. A return flight starts at £518. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to ITO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Hilo Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RDU to ITO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Hilo Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of all flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Hilo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Hilo Airport (ITO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh / Durham Airport to Hilo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ITO instead:
Grab a Hilo Airport rental car and discover Hilo and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Hilo Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Hilo Airport (ITO) to central Hilo
Hilo Airport is roughly 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Hilo. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hilo Airport (ITO)
September is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Hilo Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Hilo in February.
The warmest month in Hilo is October, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Hilo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to ITO in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Honolulu is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Hilo. Around 338 kms (210 miles) away to the north-west, its best attractions include Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
