Raleigh/Durham to Liberia (RDU–LIR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Liberia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,798 mi 3h 40m nonstop -2h behind 35 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and LIR, connecting options are available through 35 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to LIR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
TEB ~5h 6m APF ~5h 49m MLB ~6h 1m HPN ~6h 59m DAL ~7h 0m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,134
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RDU → LIR
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
58%
Return
LIR → RDU
40%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
40%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RDU delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Liberia is 2 hours behind Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · LIR: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 4:00 PM in Liberia.
Distance & Flight Time
1,798 mi / 2,893 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 40m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to RDU

No rail connection exists. GoTriangle Route 100 (RDU Express) runs from the Durham Station Transportation Center and downtown Raleigh to the airport for $2.25; takes 35–50 minutes but service is limited in the evenings and does not run all night.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Raleigh: $20–30, 20–25 minutes. From Durham: $18–25, 15–20 minutes. Taxis: $30–40. Long-term parking from $7/day in Economy lots with shuttle service. I-40 provides direct access to both Raleigh and Durham.

Facts

RDU–LIR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Liberia route.
Route details
Distance1,798 mi / 2,893 km
Flight time3h 40m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: LIR
Full nameDaniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
IATA / ICAOLIR / MRLB
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Passengers/yr1.9M
Elevation270 ft / 82 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to LIR flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport take approximately 3h 40m. The route covers 1,798 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RDU to LIR.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TEB, APF, MLB, HPN, DAL, AUS, TTN, SJU, BED, MCI, SLC, BZN, LAS, YVR, FLL, DTW, HOU, ATL, BWI, MIA, MSP, CLT, DEN, LAX, JFK, DFW, PHL, ORD, BOS, EWR, IAH, YYZ, SFO, YUL and SEA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Liberia is 2 hours behind Raleigh/Durham.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from RDU to LIR

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDU to LIR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to LIR ranges from 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,798 miles (2,893 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.