Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SGN and RDU are:
Frankfurt Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
$903 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. A return flight starts at $2,298. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from SGN to RDU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from SGN to RDU every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The journey from central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport takes about 43 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SGN:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Book a hotel near RDU if you have a late flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Durham. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Durham in May.
When reserving your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SGN to RDU sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by finding a great place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SGN to RDU, check out our selection of hotel options including:
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and Duke University Chapel are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Durham to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre.
Complete your Durham trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Durham stay.
