Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
San Juan is one hour ahead of Durham and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Every week, there are nine Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport flights.
Your RDU to SJU flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You can travel nonstop to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport:
JetBlue is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 72.73% of its services landing on schedule, jetBlue is the most punctual carrier operating RDU to SJU flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RDU and SJU include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport flight is $118. A return plane ticket is currently $268. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to SJU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RDU to SJU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the departures from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
If you're coming in on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SJU:
Go where the road takes you with a San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Ace Rent a Car or U-Save and experience more of San Juan and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to San Juan in March.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to SJU in February. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've visited San Juan, now it's time to discover more of Puerto Rico. Journey about 10 kilometres west to Bayamon to tick off its leading attractions. From Ron del Barrilito - Hacienda Santa Ana to Parque de las Ciencias and Parque Recreativo Río Bayamón, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Carolina is another well-known destination in Puerto Rico and is around 11 kilometres east of San Juan. No journey is complete without dropping by Isla Verde Beach, Carolina Beach and Balneario Isla Verde.
