Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham is two hours ahead of San Salvador and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SAL to RDU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SAL and RDU:
Miami International Airport
Cancun International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Currently, R 3,667 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,177. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAL to RDU if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SAL to RDU.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84.27% of flights that depart SAL arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach El Salvador International Airport from central San Salvador, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAL:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Consider booking a hotel close to RDU if you have a late El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car and explore Durham and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from El Salvador International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAL to RDU sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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