Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Durham travel guide

Durham Tourism | Durham Guide

You're Going to Love Durham

With a population of 45 696, Durham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Durham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Durham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Estabulo - Durham (The Riverwalk) and Turkish Kitchen Durham (66 Saddler St) are great picks.

When to visit Durham

Durham in August
Estimated hotel price
$223
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in August
Estimated hotel price
$223
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Durham

Plane

Although Durham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 30 km from Durham. The shortest flight to Durham from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 166 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of Avis and Arnold Clark, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Durham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 30 km from Durham. The shortest flight to Durham from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 166 km from Durham. You’ll find branches of Avis and Arnold Clark, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Durham

BLKBlackpool
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,557 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,161 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,511 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,642 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,741 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,654 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,451 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,368 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,466 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (315 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (232 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,473 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,699 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,923 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,902 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durham

Average rates range from around $168 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $305 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durham

Most booked hotels in Durham

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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$148+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$113+
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Hotel Indigo Durham By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$216+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$222+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$192+
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Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$231+
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Hiring a car in Durham

Expect to pay $3.67 per litre in Durham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.99 and $58.65. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.67 per litre in Durham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.99 and $58.65. The most frequently booked car type in Durham is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.