Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Liberia is two hours behind Durham and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your RDU to LIR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and LIR:
Miami International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport flight is $241. A return plane ticket is currently $568. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to LIR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of RDU.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIR instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Liberia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Liberia and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Liberia Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport to the centre of Liberia has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
January is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Liberia in May.
The warmest month in Liberia is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Liberia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to LIR in November. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done Liberia, now it's time to discover other parts of Costa Rica. Journey around 161 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its must-visit sights. From Teatro Nacional Costa Rica to National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres east of Liberia, Limon is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.