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$86+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Central America

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Dec 19 — Dec 261
Fri 12/19
Fri 12/26
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$222
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$86
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$441

Good round-trip deal

$356 or less

Good one-way deal

$200 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Central America
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 November 19, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/53:11 pmRDU - SAP
1 stop9h 22mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/74:26 amSAP - RDU
1 stop7h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/18$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/34:48 pmRDU - SAP
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/127:15 amSAP - RDU
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:15 amRDU - SAP
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Thu 12/111:20 pmSAP - RDU
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/19$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:15 amRDU - SAP
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Mon 12/81:20 pmSAP - RDU
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/19$252
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:50 pmRDU - SAP
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1812:35 pmSAP - RDU
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Sat 12/68:15 pmRDU - SAP
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/83:09 pmSAP - RDU
1 stop26h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/16$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:50 pmRDU - SAP
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/103:14 pmSAP - RDU
1 stop24h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:07 amRDU - SJO
1 stop15h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/248:45 amSJO - RDU
1 stop12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$262
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:45 amRDU - SJO
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Sat 12/2010:36 amSJO - RDU
2 stops12h 32mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2012:43 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop10h 24mDelta
Mon 11/247:00 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Deal found 11/17$276
This Spirit Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Spirit Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/85:50 pmRDU - MGA
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/111:59 amMGA - RDU
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/17$277
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/83:11 pmRDU - SAP
1 stop22h 37mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/111:53 pmSAP - RDU
1 stop22h 32mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/17$278

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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 November 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Central America that are best for you.

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Raleigh

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/23

3:09 pm-8:55 am

1 stop18h 46m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 1/31

4:24 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$222

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 1/29

2:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$234

RaleighSan Pedro Sula

RDU - SAP

RDUSAP

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/5

3:11 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 12/7

4:26 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$240

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 2/2

2:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$241

RaleighSan Pedro Sula

RDU - SAP

RDUSAP

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

6:35 am-11:10 am

1 stop6h 35m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 5/19

12:30 pm-12:26 am

1 stop9h 56m

$248

RaleighSan Pedro Sula

RDU - SAP

RDUSAP

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/29

6:35 am-11:10 am

1 stop6h 35m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 5/19

12:30 pm-12:26 am

1 stop9h 56m

$248

RaleighSan Pedro Sula

RDU - SAP

RDUSAP

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/3

5:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Fri 12/12

1:20 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 58m

$250

RaleighSan Pedro Sula

RDU - SAP

RDUSAP

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/5

3:09 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 12/7

7:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$252

RaleighSan Pedro Sula

RDU - SAP

RDUSAP

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/3

6:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 12/7

1:20 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 58m

$252

RaleighSan Pedro Sula

RDU - SAP

RDUSAP

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Fri 5/22

1:00 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$255

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Central America

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Central America (average of $97). Flying from Raleigh to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 November 19, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Central America in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Central America. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Central America flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 19, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Raleigh to Central America. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,902 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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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.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Central America?

    For as low as $248, Copa Airlines can have you in Central America from Raleigh in 6h 35m. Raleigh and Central America are separated by a distance of 1519 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with JetBlue, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $86. Frontier flights start at $94 while deals on American Airlines start at $95 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 - Liberia.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Central America?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to Central America.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to Central America?

    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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Central America (average of $97). Flying from Raleigh to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 8 airlines flying from Raleigh to Central America

Discover the top 8 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 November 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$180Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$202Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$239Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$273Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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