$731+ Cheap flights to Durham

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RDU
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to Durham in 2025

Find the latest flights to Durham in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 16 September 2025.

Return from

$1,276

One-way from

$731

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,790
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/10-19/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 52m total
  • Sydney to Raleigh
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 48m total
  • Sydney to Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($320 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Durham. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Fri 10/1011:20SYD - RDU
1 stop25h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 19/1010:36RDU - SYD
2 stops30h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,276
Mon 22/909:30SYD - RDU
2 stops26h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/915:09RDU - SYD
2 stops25h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,277
Fri 31/1011:50SYD - RDU
2 stops24h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/1115:05RDU - SYD
2 stops26h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,436
Sat 29/1117:45SYD - RDU
2 stops22h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1218:14RDU - SYD
1 stop22h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,672
Sat 29/1111:20SYD - RDU
1 stop21h 13mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1218:14RDU - SYD
1 stop22h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/9$1,967
Sat 29/1111:20SYD - RDU
2 stops42h 48mAir Canada
Mon 8/1213:45RDU - SYD
3 stops51h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 14/9$2,596
Mon 22/906:25SYD - RDU
3 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/916:29RDU - SYD
2 stops25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,623
Mon 22/909:20SYD - RDU
3 stops43h 55mAir Canada
Mon 29/909:00RDU - SYD
3 stops32h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 15/9$2,745
Mon 22/909:10SYD - RDU
1 stop21h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1018:03RDU - SYD
1 stop23h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/9$2,764
Mon 22/909:30SYD - RDU
2 stops26h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1009:00RDU - SYD
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/9$2,853
Sat 29/1108:30SYD - RDU
3 stops28h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1213:13RDU - SYD
3 stops28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$3,377

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

11:20-23:59

2 stops27h 39m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 19/10

10:36-07:55

2 stops30h 19m

$1,276

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

10:25-19:13

1 stop23h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 19/10

07:45-07:35

1 stop32h 50m

$1,277

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/10

11:50-21:54

1 stop25h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/11

16:53-07:00

1 stop22h 07m

$1,436

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/10

09:40-00:17

2 stops29h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/11

12:35-08:30

2 stops27h 55m

$1,439

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

11:20-14:08

2 stops42h 48m

$731

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/9

09:30-21:17

2 stops25h 47m

$764

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/9

09:25-19:29

1 stop24h 04m

$764

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

11:20-16:49

1 stop21h 29m

$857

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

17:45-17:30

3 stops39h 45m

$1,063

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/9

09:20-15:15

3 stops43h 55m

$1,129

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 14/9

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Best time to book a flight to Durham

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Durham

When is the best time to book a flight to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Durham. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Durham, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Durham?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Durham takes 25 hours 33 minutes. Flights to Durham from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Durham?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Durham are American Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Durham by month

Plan your trip to Durham by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durham ranges from 74.0 - 119.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 119.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Durham when rainfall is around 74.0 mm.

Temperature in Durham by month

Plan your trip to Durham by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durham, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Durham. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

FAQs about flying to Durham

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Durham if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Durham on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Durham?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Durham.

  • How much is a return flight to Durham?

    A return flight to Durham will typically cost around $532, however they can be found for as little as $531.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Durham depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Durham, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 18 minutes).

  • Does Raleigh-Durham have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Raleigh-Durham can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Raleigh-Durham?

    Yes. Raleigh-Durham has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek is the closest property to Raleigh-Durham (1.6 km away from Raleigh-Durham).

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