Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Juan: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is one hour ahead of Durham.
There are seven services a week between Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). This is the most popular flight route.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RDU to San Juan flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan ticket. Start your trip at RDU and arrive at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from RDU to San Juan, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
RDU is about 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near RDU:
78% of flights that take off from Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Juan
The best price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan flight is Rs33,100. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs66,202. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RDU to San Juan if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RDU to San Juan by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Save on your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SJU:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from RDU to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan. March is the most popular month to travel to San Juan. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.
When booking your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RDU to San Juan around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Juan, explore our range of hotels including:
Esperanza Beach and Balneario El Escambron are just the start of the major attractions to put on your San Juan itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Escambron Green.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
San Juan has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres west of San Juan, a visit to Aguadilla will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Silla Aguadilla, Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas.
Around 105 kilometres west of San Juan, Isabela is another essential stop in Puerto Rico. Start your sightseeing at Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve.
