Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham is two hours ahead of San Jose and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SJO to RDU flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SJO and RDU:
Orlando International Airport
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight is R 2,575. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 3,947. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SJO to RDU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.83% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to SJO? If you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Grab a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car and explore Durham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Durham. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJO to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Durham has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, head for Baltimore, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion are the start of reasons to visit.
