Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Oaxaca is two hours behind Durham and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RDU to OAX flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a top stopover on the RDU to OAX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
Right now, £237 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £332. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to OAX if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can 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 Xoxocotlan Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to OAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU reach their destination on time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 14 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OAX instead:
Pick up a Xoxocotlan Airport rental car and discover Oaxaca and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Economy and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Xoxocotlan Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Xoxocotlan Airport is roughly 6 miles from central Oaxaca. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
March is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Oaxaca in April.
The warmest month in Oaxaca is April, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to OAX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Oaxaca, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel around 230 miles north-west to Mexico City to check off its leading sights. From Zocalo to Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 230 miles north-west of Oaxaca, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.