$104+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — LAX
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to CaliforniaExplore 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 July 28, 2026.
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 July 28, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/39:48 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/179:58 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop4h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$200
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/259:40 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/296:25 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop9h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$201
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/2610:07 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/308:55 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/312:09 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26![Breeze Airways logo]()
$203
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/55:19 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/109:58 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop4h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$206
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/1010:07 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$207
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/278:55 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/2810:07 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$210
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/267:54 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop6h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/112:54 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$212
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/83:36 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 9/1512:58 pm
SAN
- RDU
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26![American Airlines logo]()
$215
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/238:55 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/112:54 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/24![Breeze Airways logo]()
$218
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 8/187:54 pm
RDU
- ONT
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Tue 8/256:00 am
ONT
- RDU
1 stop10h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 9/1412:48 pm
RDU
- ONT
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Thu 9/173:47 pm
ONT
- RDU
1 stop20h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$251
Best flights from Raleigh to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Raleigh to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 28, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Raleigh to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:00 am
RDU
- SAN
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/97:10 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:50 pm
RDU
- SJC
1 stop18h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/215:06 pm
SJC
- RDU
1 stop22h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/106:58 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Sat 8/226:15 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop8h 23m
Delta
Deal found 7/27![Delta logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:30 am
RDU
- SNA
1 stop7h 32m
United Airlines
Thu 8/2711:10 am
SNA
- RDU
2 stops9h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$324
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/97:05 am
RDU
- LAX
1 stop7h 37m
Breeze Airways
Sun 8/2311:00 pm
LAX
- RDU
1 stop9h 11m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26![Breeze Airways logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:45 am
RDU
- SAN
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Sat 10/36:30 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27![Southwest logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:30 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Wed 9/911:25 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/174:05 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Tue 10/2010:50 am
SAN
- RDU
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/24![Southwest logo]()
$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/125:10 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop8h 50m
Delta
Sat 8/226:15 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop8h 23m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$287
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/95:50 pm
RDU
- SBA
1 stop9h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/166:00 am
SBA
- RDU
1 stop9h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/85:50 pm
RDU
- SBA
1 stop23h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/153:26 pm
SBA
- RDU
1 stop23h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:44 am
RDU
- SFO
Nonstop5h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 9/208:10 am
SFO
- RDU
Nonstop5h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/225:50 pm
RDU
- SBA
1 stop23h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/266:00 am
SBA
- RDU
1 stop9h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:34 am
RDU
- BUR
1 stop8h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 9/229:50 am
BUR
- RDU
2 stops10h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/82:55 pm
RDU
- RNO
2 stops11h 40m
Delta
Mon 9/1411:10 pm
RNO
- RDU
1 stop9h 11m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/81:45 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Tue 9/1512:20 pm
SAN
- RDU
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$307
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/295:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/39:43 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop4h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:26 pm
RDU
- SBA
1 stop8h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 9/278:30 pm
SBA
- RDU
2 stops10h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/265:34 am
RDU
- RNO
2 stops11h 50m
Delta
Wed 9/3010:33 am
RNO
- RDU
2 stops10h 22m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:25 pm
RDU
- SAN
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/1612:20 pm
SAN
- RDU
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$307
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/177:02 am
RDU
- SBA
1 stop14h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/223:26 pm
SBA
- RDU
1 stop23h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:29 am
RDU
- SFO
Nonstop5h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 9/209:30 pm
SFO
- RDU
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/224:55 pm
RDU
- RNO
1 stop8h 03m
Delta
Wed 8/2612:05 pm
RNO
- RDU
1 stop8h 52m
Delta
Deal found 7/27![Delta logo]()
$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1510:55 am
RDU
- SNA
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Tue 9/221:30 pm
SNA
- RDU
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:15 pm
RDU
- ONT
2 stops10h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 9/95:00 am
ONT
- RDU
2 stops9h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$370
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/285:50 pm
RDU
- SBA
1 stop9h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/13:26 pm
SBA
- RDU
1 stop23h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/157:00 am
RDU
- LAS
Nonstop4h 48m
Delta
Wed 9/1612:40 am
LAS
- RDU
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:45 pm
RDU
- SBA
2 stops11h 50m
Southwest
Wed 9/166:55 am
SBA
- RDU
1 stop13h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$328
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/225:50 pm
RDU
- RNO
1 stop30h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/2911:40 am
RNO
- RDU
1 stop27h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:13 pm
RDU
- LAS
1 stop8h 05m
Delta
Thu 10/1510:25 pm
LAS
- RDU
Nonstop4h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/27![Delta logo]()
$379
Last-minute flights from Raleigh to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Raleigh to California. Data last updated July 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Raleigh to California. Data last updated July 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/2610:07 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$202
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/2312:09 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$221
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/226:25 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop9h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$224
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/2512:54 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$220
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/227:54 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop6h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2910:07 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/225:50 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/2510:07 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$222
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/238:55 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/112:54 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/24![Breeze Airways logo]()
$218
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/259:40 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/296:25 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop9h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$201
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/267:54 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop6h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/112:54 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:00 am
RDU
- SAN
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/97:10 am
SAN
- RDU
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$217
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/278:55 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/2810:07 am
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/308:55 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/312:09 pm
SAN
- RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26![Breeze Airways logo]()
$203
One-way flights from Raleigh to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Raleigh to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 28, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Raleigh to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 28, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:08 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/139:48 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 49m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26![Breeze Airways logo]()
$108
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:25 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28![Southwest logo]()
$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/119:40 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/27![Breeze Airways logo]()
$113
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:42 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26![American Airlines logo]()
$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/112:53 pm
RDU
- BUR
2 stops30h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$116
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:54 pm
RDU
- ONT
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:20 pm
RDU
- SAN
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/24![Southwest logo]()
$119
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:54 pm
RDU
- ONT
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/151:36 pm
RDU
- SAN
1 stop8h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/177:08 pm
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/168:55 am
RDU
- SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26![Breeze Airways logo]()
$123
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 July 28, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $200 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $104 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $456 |
Good round-trip deal | $217 or less |
Good one-way deal | $145 or less |
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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 July 28, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
RaleighSan Diego
RDU - SAN
RDUSAN
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 8/26
6:00 am-11:30 am
1 stop8h 30m
San Diego
Wed 9/9
7:10 am-6:50 pm
1 stop8h 40m
$217
RaleighSan Diego
RDU - SAN
RDUSAN
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 9/30
6:45 am-10:10 am
1 stop6h 25m
San Diego
Sat 10/3
6:30 am-7:15 pm
1 stop9h 45m
$217
RaleighSan Diego
RDU - SAN
RDUSAN
Raleigh-Durham
Fri 9/4
6:30 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop7h 20m
San Diego
Wed 9/9
11:25 am-9:55 pm
1 stop7h 30m
$222
RaleighSan Diego
RDU - SAN
RDUSAN
Raleigh-Durham
Sat 10/17
4:05 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop7h 50m
San Diego
Tue 10/20
10:50 am-11:15 pm
2 stops9h 25m
$222
RaleighSan Jose
RDU - SJC
RDUSJC
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 9/16
5:50 pm-9:23 am
1 stop18h 33m
San Jose
Mon 9/21
5:06 pm-6:10 pm
1 stop22h 04m
$283
RaleighSan Diego
RDU - SAN
RDUSAN
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 8/10
6:58 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop7h 37m
San Diego
Sat 8/22
6:15 am-5:38 pm
1 stop8h 23m
$287
RaleighSan Diego
RDU - SAN
RDUSAN
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 8/12
5:10 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop8h 50m
San Diego
Sat 8/22
6:15 am-5:38 pm
1 stop8h 23m
$287
RaleighSanta Barbara
RDU - SBA
RDUSBA
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 9/9
5:50 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop9h 00m
Santa Barbara
Wed 9/16
6:00 am-6:10 pm
1 stop9h 10m
$303
RaleighSanta Barbara
RDU - SBA
RDUSBA
Raleigh-Durham
Tue 9/8
5:50 pm-2:47 pm
1 stop23h 57m
Santa Barbara
Tue 9/15
3:26 pm-6:10 pm
1 stop23h 44m
$303
RaleighSanta Barbara
RDU - SBA
RDUSBA
Raleigh-Durham
Tue 9/22
5:50 pm-2:47 pm
1 stop23h 57m
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/26
6:00 am-6:10 pm
1 stop9h 10m
$303
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RDU-USCA
RDU-SAN
RDU-ONT
RDU-SJC
RDU-SNA
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 $379). Flying from Raleigh to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 July 28, 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 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to California
Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh 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 July 28, 2026.
The most flights from RDU to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh to California?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Raleigh to California flights typically cost between $351 and $509 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $353 on Frontier (Aug 8-Aug 23).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to California?
Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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 July 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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Discover the top 8 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 July 28, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$122 | Average$264 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$134 | Average$313 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$405 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$181 | Average$381 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$221 | Average$464 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$436 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$246 | Average$442 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |