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$88+ 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Feb 3 — Feb 101
Tue 2/3
Tue 2/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 4, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/38:30 amRDU - GUA
1 stop7h 45mJetBlue
Tue 2/102:11 pmGUA - RDU
1 stop7h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 1/4$218
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 2/233:12 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop8h 27mCopa Airlines
Thu 2/262:26 amGUA - RDU
1 stop9h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/4$221
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 1/123:09 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop18h 46mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/222:26 amGUA - RDU
1 stop9h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/4$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 1/233:09 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop8h 30mCopa Airlines
Sat 1/316:24 amGUA - RDU
2 stops29h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/2$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Wed 2/183:12 pmRDU - GUA
2 stops31h 28mCopa Airlines
Tue 2/244:24 amGUA - RDU
1 stop7h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/4$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 2/63:12 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop18h 43mCopa Airlines
Tue 2/176:24 amGUA - RDU
2 stops29h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/2$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 1/233:09 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop8h 30mCopa Airlines
Tue 1/276:24 amGUA - RDU
2 stops29h 51mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/2$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Wed 3/116:06 amRDU - GUA
1 stop15h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/173:07 pmGUA - RDU
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/3$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 1/233:09 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop8h 30mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/294:24 amGUA - RDU
1 stop7h 51mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/2$236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 1/231:18 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop11h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/277:00 amGUA - RDU
2 stops14h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/2$237
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Sun 1/113:09 pmRDU - GUA
1 stop18h 46mCopa Airlines
Tue 1/204:24 amGUA - RDU
1 stop7h 51mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/3$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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.
Wed 1/213:09 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 43mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/296:08 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop18h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/2$250

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Central America

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Round-trip from

$221
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$88
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less

Good one-way deal

$318 or less
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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 January 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Central America that are best for you.

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RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/30

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

$221

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/23

3:12 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/26

2:26 am-1:14 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$221

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/2

3:12 pm-8:55 am

1 stop18h 43m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 2/8

4:24 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$221

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/11

3:09 pm-8:55 am

1 stop18h 46m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 1/20

4:24 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$238

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/21

3:09 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 1/27

4:24 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$239

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

7:54 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop18h 19m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 2/11

2:13 pm-8:02 am

2 stops16h 49m

$244

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/11

4:14 pm-7:05 am

1 stop16h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

4:09 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$250

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

2:05 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$251

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/15

3:12 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

5:50 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$254

RaleighGuatemala City

RDU - GUA

RDUGUA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/21

6:18 am-7:39 pm

1 stop14h 21m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 3/8

1:10 am-11:41 am

1 stop8h 31m

$258

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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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 January 4, 2026.

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.

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 January 4, 2026.
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
8,017 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,567 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,138 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,078 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
2,900 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Central America. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 $251, Copa Airlines can have you in Central America from Raleigh in 7h. Raleigh and Central America are separated by a distance of 1819 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $88. JetBlue flights start at $88 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $91 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 - Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson.

  • 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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 January 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$140Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$156Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$202Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$233Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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