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$91+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to California

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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — LAX
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jeu. 10/16
jeu. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$158
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$91
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$354
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septembre 16, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 11/65:51 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop27h 58mFrontier
dim. 11/91:46 pmONT - RDU
1 stop28h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$158
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jeu. 10/236:42 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop24h 46mFrontier
lun. 10/276:53 amONT - RDU
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$159
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 10/35:23 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop29h 31mFrontier
dim. 10/57:15 pmONT - RDU
1 stop11h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 10/235:39 pmRDU - SNA
1 stop20h 37mFrontier
sam. 10/252:20 pmSNA - RDU
1 stop23h 24mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$164
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jeu. 10/235:39 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop9h 11mFrontier
sam. 10/257:04 amONT - RDU
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$170
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 10/235:39 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop20h 47mFrontier
jeu. 10/3012:21 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop25h 15mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 10/117:51 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop24h 58mFrontier
sam. 10/188:34 amONT - RDU
1 stop22h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 9/277:03 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
sam. 10/42:54 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop27h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 10/16:45 amRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
sam. 10/42:54 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop27h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/216:30 amRDU - LAX
1 stop28h 58mFrontier
lun. 10/272:27 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop29h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 9/265:23 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop29h 31mFrontier
dim. 9/287:15 pmONT - RDU
1 stop11h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$184
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 11/86:00 amRDU - LAX
1 stop28h 29mFrontier
dim. 11/168:24 amLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$186

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to California 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 septembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to California that are best for you.

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Durham

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

jeu. 11/13

5:51 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop27h 58m

Ontario

sam. 11/15

12:05 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop25h 31m

$159

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

jeu. 10/23

6:42 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop24h 46m

Ontario

sam. 10/25

7:04 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$159

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

jeu. 11/6

5:51 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop27h 58m

Ontario

ven. 11/14

8:24 am-11:55 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$159

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

jeu. 10/23

5:39 pm-11:16 am

1 stop20h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sam. 10/25

2:20 pm-4:44 pm

1 stop23h 24m

$164

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 11/18

4:20 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 12/2

6:30 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$207

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

sam. 10/11

9:29 pm-7:49 am

2 stops37h 20m

Ontario

sam. 10/18

8:34 am-10:22 am

1 stop22h 48m

$212

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

dim. 12/14

7:00 am-9:17 am

Nonstop5h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jeu. 12/18

10:12 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop4h 12m

$227

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

dim. 9/28

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

jeu. 10/2

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$228

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

sam. 10/25

7:51 pm-11:16 am

2 stops18h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mer. 10/29

2:20 pm-7:36 am

2 stops14h 16m

$236

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 11/11

7:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop5h 12m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

ven. 11/14

12:43 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 17m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to California (average of $246). Flying from Durham to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 DU8 to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septembre 16, 2025.

When flying from Durham to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Durham to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Durham to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated septembre 16, 2025.

The most flights from DU8 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated septembre 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to California, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Durham to California flight route?

    Flights from Durham to California have been viewed 18 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Durham to California?

    Frontier, Southwest, and Delta can get you from Durham to California in just under 5h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 43m. The distance from Durham to California is about 2020 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Durham to California are Frontier ($91), Delta ($109), and Spirit Airlines ($112).

  • What are the most popular routes from Durham to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Durham to California are Raleigh-Durham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco and Raleigh-Durham - Los Angeles.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to California?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Durham to California on time: Breeze Airways (100%), Japan Airlines (98%), American Airlines (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durham to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $978 for a flight from Durham to California. The cheapest flight overall is $114 while the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $171.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durham to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to California 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 Durham to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to California (average of $246). Flying from Durham to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 10 airlines flying from Durham to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Durham to California. 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 septembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$127Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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