Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Durham and Detroit follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Every week, there are 28 Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, opt for the 05:30 Delta Air Lines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 19:46 with Spirit Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RDU to DTW flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Detroit adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of the United States:
Most passengers choose to fly with Delta on this route.
Spirit Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for RDU to DTW flights, with 96.55% of services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RDU and DTW:
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Port Columbus Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight is $108. A return fare is currently $216. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to DTW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport make it to their destination on time.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Pick up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car and explore Detroit and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Detroit in March.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to DTW sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Detroit. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
