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$119+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) to Durham, NC

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — RDU
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Durham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$159
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$291
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From Portland to Durham
One-way flight from Portland to Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:18 pmPWM - RDU
Nonstop2h 08mBreeze Airways
Wed 6/43:38 pmRDU - PWM
Nonstop2h 00mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/27$159
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/129:30 pmPWM - RDU
1 stop24h 49mFrontier
Fri 5/168:47 pmRDU - PWM
1 stop21h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$200
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:35 amPWM - RDU
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Wed 5/147:00 amRDU - PWM
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/28$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/53:40 pmPWM - RDU
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Tue 6/102:25 pmRDU - PWM
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$222
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/187:20 pmPWM - RDU
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/213:10 pmRDU - PWM
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/154:01 pmPWM - RDU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/195:55 pmRDU - PWM
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$237
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Wed 6/259:30 amPWM - RDU
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/83:10 pmRDU - PWM
2 stops8h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$362

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Durham that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Durham that are best for you.

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Portland

Fly to

Durham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Wed 5/28

6:18 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

3:38 pm-5:38 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$159

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Mon 5/12

9:30 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop24h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/16

8:47 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop21h 39m

$200

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Mon 5/12

6:35 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$217

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Thu 6/5

3:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/10

2:25 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$222

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Fri 4/18

7:20 pm-8:55 am

1 stop13h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/21

3:10 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$232

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Thu 5/15

4:01 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/19

5:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$237

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Wed 6/25

9:30 am-2:08 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/8

3:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$362

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Fri 5/9

4:01 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$119

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Tue 7/8

2:35 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop22h 49m

$157

PortlandRaleigh

PWM - RDU

PWMRDU

Portland

Fri 5/9

11:40 am-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$179

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Durham

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Durham

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Durham. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine to Durham. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Durham?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Portland, Maine to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $300). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PWM to DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland, Maine to Durham as you normally would.

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 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Durham when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from Portland to Durham to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Durham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Durham?

    Portland (PWM), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Portland to Durham. 7 airlines have flights from Portland to Durham on a regular basis. Booking flights from Portland to Durham should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Durham per day.

  • How popular is this Portland, Maine to Durham flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Durham one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. Delta flights start at $157 while deals on Southwest start at $179 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland, Maine to Durham?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $59. While the most popular route (Portland - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $149 on average our data indicates $133 when flying from Portland, Maine to Durham.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Durham that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Durham flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Durham?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Durham.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Durham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Durham by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Durham?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Portland, Maine to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $300). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Portland to Durham

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Durham. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$99Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$169Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$182Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$236Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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