Travelling from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Juan. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) jetting off from here.
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as San Juan.
With 10 direct flights a week between the two airports, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is the most popular route. JetBlue operates the earliest flight at 05:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from SJU to RDU is with Frontier Airlines at 16:07.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from San Juan to RDU.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Get there in one go from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Direct flights from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of SJU, you can take a direct flight from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with Frontier Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from San Juan to RDU. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from central San Juan to SJU is roughly 8 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Booked an early flight from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport:
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near RDU:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Durham. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Pick up a one-way ticket from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from ر.ق. 342 or travel return from just ر.ق. 775. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
8 months before your departure is the best time to score cheap tickets from San Juan to RDU.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
May is the quietest time of year to travel to Durham. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Before booking a flight from San Juan to RDU, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Durham
Once you've booked your flight from San Juan to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Durham:
One of the best ways to experience Durham is to visit its popular attractions. Highlights include Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre.
Complete your Durham trip with a car rental
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