Flying from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Rochester and Durham follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
To ensure you get on your ROC to RDU flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like October, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Breeze Airways is your gateway to exploring Durham (and maybe even some other great corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport offered by this carrier.
Breeze Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Avelo Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for ROC to RDU flights, with 86.84% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ROC and RDU include:
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
£44 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Return flights start at £86. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ROC to RDU, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Landing cheap flights from ROC to RDU is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Rochester Airport (ROC)
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
72% of flights that take off from Rochester Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Rochester Airport from central Rochester, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kms (7 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near ROC? If you're catching an early flight from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Durham's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Rochester Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport for July if you'd like to explore Durham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ROC to RDU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kms (120 miles) south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 418 kms (260 miles) north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
