RDU - SJO

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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Raleigh to San José departing on 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $283-$461
Copa Airlines
Mon 9/28Mon 10/5
RDU - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$122
Typical prices: $114-$218
JetBlue
Mon 9/7
RDU - SJO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and San José. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Top layover airports
New York (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $317 (round-trip)
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Shortest trip • 7h 04m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
March
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to San José (RDU-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to San José that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to San José

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
Copa Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 7:10 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 49m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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4:08 am - 2:28 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 20m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$310Copa Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
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3:17 pm - 9:07 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 50m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:55 pm - 1:27 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 32m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$310Copa Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 8:21 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 48m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 11:44 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$322American Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:10 am - 2:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:59 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 59m1 stop Miami
$322American Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:21 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:55 am - 11:59 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
14h 04m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$347United Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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10:21 am - 8:39 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:15 am - 11:45 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$363United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 11:54 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:25 pm - 12:28 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$371Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:15 am - 11:54 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:19 pm - 12:28 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$371Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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7:15 am - 12:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 30m1 stop Orlando
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9:00 am - 10:20 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 20m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington
$392Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 15
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7:15 am - 12:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 30m1 stop Orlando
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9:00 am - 11:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
12h 50m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington
$392Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to San José flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to San José to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Raleigh to San José?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Raleigh to San José departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San José from Raleigh usually cost between $355 and $609 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $310 on Copa Airlines (Sep 9-Sep 18).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to San José?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to San José is September, where tickets cost $340 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $571 and $552 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to San José?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to San José, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$122
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
Flight from Raleigh to San José

When to book flights from Raleigh to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to San José

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to San José?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to San José was $122 for a one-way ticket and $310 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and San José?

    A passport is required to fly from Raleigh to San José.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to San José?

    On your way to San José, you’ll fly out from Raleigh-Durham. You’ll be landing at San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to San José?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to San José?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and San José, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to San José from Raleigh?

    Miami is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Raleigh to San José.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to San José, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to San José are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $627 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $493 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to San José?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Raleigh to San José.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Raleigh to San José?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Raleigh to San José?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and SJO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Raleigh to San José?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San José from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Raleigh (RDU)
San José (SJO)