$42 Cheap flight deals from Fort Myers (FMY) to Raleigh (RDU)

Southwest Florida International Airport

Orbitz.com offers a wide variety of travel services for those traveling from Fort Meyers. Orbitz.com searches a variety of airlines at once in order to locate cheap flights from Fort Meyers. The Southwest Florida International Airport serves Fort Meyers and the residents of Southwest Florida. The airport is located just 14 miles from downtown Fort Meyers on Colonial Boulevard. Eighteen airlines serve the Southwest Florida International Airport, and most tickets can be booked with Orbitz.com. Airlines include AirTran, Southwest, Sun Country and US Airways.

Parking at the AirportIf you're arriving in your own vehicle, you can use any of the parking choices offered at the airport. Covered short-term parking is free for the first 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, the lot is charged by the hour and by the day. Long-term parking is available and is charged by the hour, day or week. Individuals parking in the long-term lots have access to free vehicle services such as car locating, tire inflation and jump-starts. Shuttle service is available to and from the long-term lots, and drivers will provide luggage assistance.

Airport Transportation Options

Orbitz.com can provide travelers with bargain car rentals. Many rental services are located within the airport. Taxi services and LeeTran public transportation are both available to and from the airport. Fees are based on the distance traveled. Hotel shuttle services offer free rides to and from the airport.

Restaurants at the Airport

Use your spare time to grab a snack or a meal before you flight. The airport offers a variety of meal options. Have donuts and coffee at Dunkin Donuts, or grab a specialty coffee from Starbucks. The Great American Bagel Company also has plenty of choices for breakfast. Schedule cheap flights from Fort Meyers easily through Orbitz.com.

Raleigh Airport Information

The Raleigh-Durham International Airport serves the greater Raleigh region, and it also acts as a major connecting airport for flights traveling the east coast. When you book one of the cheap flights to Raleigh through Orbitz.com, you will be able to choose from any one of the major domestic or international air carriers that service the airport, including AirTran, Southwest, Air Canada, American Airlines, Bahamas Air, Delta, JetBlue, United or US Airways. The airport is located roughly 18 miles northwest of the downtown Raleigh area, which is easily accessible via Route 40.

Ground Transportation in Raleigh

The RDU Airport Taxi Service offers transportation to the Amtrak, Greyhound or Triangle Transit bus stations for a low fare of $2. You can also use the RDU taxi service to get to your final destination. Fares to either Raleigh or Durham are roughly $30, while it will cost you $20 to get to Cary or $40 to get to Chapel Hill. Most major rental car services are available at the airport as well. When you purchase your air ticket through Orbitz.com, your savings might be enough to warrant hiring a private car service or limousine to ride into town in style.

Raleigh Area Weather Information

Winters in the Raleigh area are mild, with temperatures ranging from the low 30s to low 50s. Summers can be hot, with temperatures ranging from the 70s to the 90s. Summer is the rainiest time of year in Raleigh, so be sure to pack a lightweight raincoat or umbrella to keep you dry.

What to Do in Raleigh

History buffs and outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of things to do while in the Raleigh-Durham area. There are many museums where you can look back at life as it was many years ago, or simply visit one of the many civil war sites that dot the region. Enjoy the balmy weather as you go hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding, or simply have a quiet picnic in one of the many area parks. Whatever you choose to do while you are there, enjoy your stay and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to find cheap flights to Raleigh.