Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your RDU to AVP flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between RDU and AVP:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
Right now, $535 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $346. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to AVP if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from RDU land at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
Consider staying in a hotel near AVP if you're on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Enterprise, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Wilkes-Barre and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to central Wilkes-Barre
You'll find AVP at 100 Terminal Road.
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to central Wilkes-Barre has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Wilkes-Barre in February.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Wilkes-Barre during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to AVP in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Wilkes-Barre has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometers east of Wilkes-Barre, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 153 kilometers south-east of Wilkes-Barre. No journey is complete without visiting Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
