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$85+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Central America

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RDU — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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$265
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$96
(Copa Airlines)

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$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1712:50 pmRDU - SAL
1 stop10h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/246:40 amSAL - RDU
1 stop27h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$265
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/74:18 pmRDU - SAL
1 stop9h 18mCopa Airlines
Mon 4/285:01 amSAL - RDU
1 stop7h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/255:11 amRDU - SAL
1 stop15h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/36:00 amSAL - RDU
1 stop11h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$280
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Mon 3/109:34 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop15h 47mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/712:50 amSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/259:53 pmRDU - SJO
2 stops14h 32mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/38:25 amSJO - RDU
1 stop12h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$285
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/194:11 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 23mCopa Airlines
Mon 3/244:09 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/296:44 amRDU - SJO
1 stop13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/82:10 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop16h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$296
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/118:43 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop5h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/151:28 amGUA - RDU
1 stop16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$306
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/64:18 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop21h 19mCopa Airlines
Sun 4/1310:23 amGUA - RDU
1 stop26h 06mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2110:16 pmRDU - GUA
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/2811:49 amGUA - RDU
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/63:38 pmRDU - SAP
2 stops23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2010:53 amSAP - RDU
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:14 pmRDU - SAP
2 stops19h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/201:30 pmSAP - RDU
2 stops20h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$322

Find flights from Raleigh to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Central America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Raleigh

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Central America

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RaleighSan Salvador

RDU - SAL

RDUSAL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

12:50 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/24

6:40 am-12:29 pm

1 stop27h 49m

$265

RaleighSan Salvador

RDU - SAL

RDUSAL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/7

4:18 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/28

5:01 am-2:29 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$267

RaleighSan Salvador

RDU - SAL

RDUSAL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/25

5:11 am-6:54 pm

1 stop15h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$280

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/10

9:34 pm-11:21 am

1 stop15h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

12:50 am-10:03 am

1 stop7h 13m

$284

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/25

9:53 pm-10:25 am

2 stops14h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/3

8:25 am-10:26 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$285

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/19

4:11 pm-7:34 am

1 stop17h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

4:09 am-2:26 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$290

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/29

6:44 am-6:24 pm

1 stop13h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

2:10 pm-8:26 am

1 stop16h 16m

$296

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/11

8:43 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 5/15

1:28 am-7:48 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$306

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/6

4:18 pm-11:37 am

1 stop21h 19m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 4/13

10:23 am-2:29 pm

1 stop26h 06m

$307

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/21

10:16 pm-11:46 am

2 stops15h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 3/28

11:49 am-9:16 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Central America

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Raleigh to Central America including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Raleigh to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RDU to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh to Central America as you normally would.

Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Central America. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Central America?

    Most people fly from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) if they book a flight from Raleigh to Central America. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Central America one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Copa Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $96. Spirit Airlines flights start at $98 while deals on American Airlines start at $125 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to Central America?

    The most popular route from Raleigh to Central America is Raleigh-Durham - San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You may also consider Raleigh-Durham - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Raleigh-Durham - San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to Central America that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to Central America flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Central America by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Raleigh to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Raleigh to Central America

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Central America. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$168Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$238Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$248Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$326Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$340Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$438Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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