Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Durham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RDU and SJO include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is Rs29,640. A return ticket right now is Rs77,035. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RDU to SJO, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RDU to SJO.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU land on time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RDU to SJO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without experiencing La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
