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. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Durham has to offer.

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 July
Estimated hotel price
$238
1 night at 3-star hotel
Durham in July
Estimated hotel price
$238
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 39h 50m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Budget, 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 39h 50m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Durham

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Durham

KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,277 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,697 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,685 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,552 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,534 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,454 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,391 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,631 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (681 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,922 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (247 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,954 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,871 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,970 reviews)
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Where to stay in Durham

From 5-star hotels such as the 40 Winks Hospitality to great affordable options like the The Kingslodge Inn, Durham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $165 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $334 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Durham

Most booked hotels in Durham

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Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$96+
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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$144+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$220+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$192+
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Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$238+
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Honest Lawyer Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$106+
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Hiring a car in Durham

Expect to pay $4.16 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 $49.82 and $66.43. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.16 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 $49.82 and $66.43. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.