Travelling from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Oslo. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Oslo to RDU. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Oslo to RDU leaving from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Oslo, OSL can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Oslo Gardermoen Airport:
85% of flights leaving Oslo Gardermoen Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of OSL.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
TRF is about 113 kilometres from central Oslo. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Oslo to RDU flight? Check in to a hotel near TORP Sandefjord before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
TORP Sandefjord has a track record for punctuality. 88% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Durham. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is ج.م. 21,030. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 32,070. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Oslo to RDU. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Oslo to RDU.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
December is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), while June is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Oslo to RDU plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Durham to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Oslo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Durham trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Virginia Beach, roughly 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are the start of reasons to visit.
