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$62+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to California

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RDU — LAX
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to California

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:11 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Tue 2/2411:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/215:11 pm
RDU
-
ONT
1 stop9h 48m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:05 am
ONT
-
RDU
1 stop6h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sat 2/215:11 pm
RDU
-
ONT
1 stop9h 48m
Frontier
Wed 2/258:40 am
ONT
-
RDU
1 stop28h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 2/249:25 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop15h 50m
Frontier
Wed 3/411:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop7h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sat 2/285:11 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Wed 3/46:30 am
LAS
-
RDU
2 stops14h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$162
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2610:38 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Tue 3/311:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop29h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$163
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Thu 2/2610:38 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Fri 2/2712:59 am
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop12h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sat 2/145:11 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Wed 2/187:30 am
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop9h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$165
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/215:11 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Mon 2/2311:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sun 2/110:43 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop15h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/1311:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Thu 2/194:55 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 49m
Frontier
Mon 2/2311:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$168
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/194:55 pm
RDU
-
ONT
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Wed 2/258:40 am
ONT
-
RDU
1 stop28h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$170

Find flight deals from Raleigh to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$62
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$401

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

4:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Ontario

Thu 2/26

6:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$174

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/23

7:03 am-9:10 am

Nonstop5h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/27

10:33 pm-5:42 am

Nonstop4h 09m

$197

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/25

7:03 am-9:10 am

Nonstop5h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/1

12:55 am-10:14 am

1 stop6h 19m

$207

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/7

6:43 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Ontario

Wed 3/18

6:15 am-5:48 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$214

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/4

3:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/11

4:30 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$227

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/14

5:15 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/17

10:33 pm-5:42 am

Nonstop4h 09m

$227

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/30

4:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Diego

Tue 4/7

2:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

$252

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/22

7:38 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Sun 3/1

4:12 pm-12:10 am

2 stops28h 58m

$253

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/17

8:18 am-11:29 am

2 stops30h 11m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

1:51 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 24m

$256

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/23

5:14 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Diego

Wed 2/25

12:16 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to California

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to California (average of $132). Flying from Raleigh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 27, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to California in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 73% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 January 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Raleigh to California to help guide your decision. 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
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
9,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
11,197 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 Raleigh to California. 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 California?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Raleigh.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 17 users have taken a look at flights from Raleigh-Durham to California.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to California?

    For as low as $197, Frontier can have you in California from Raleigh in 5h 07m. The distance from Raleigh to California is about 2020 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $63 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $91 and $95, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Raleigh to California consider Raleigh-Durham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Los Angeles or Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Raleigh to California consider choosing Air France (100%), Breeze Airways (86%) or Japan Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,040 for a flight from Raleigh to California. The cheapest flight overall is $193 while the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $151.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to California (average of $132). Flying from Raleigh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 9 airlines flying from Raleigh to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$112Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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