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$128+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Durham, NC

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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RDU
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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July

Average price

$451
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 1/281:48 pm
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop7h 03m
Frontier
Sun 2/110:43 am
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop28h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/96:30 am
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop9h 14m
Frontier
Sun 2/157:55 am
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop16h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$240
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/271:48 pm
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop7h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/303:08 pm
RDU
-
LAX
2 stops19h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$244
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/66:30 am
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop9h 14m
Frontier
Sun 2/86:10 am
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$250
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Fri 2/202:36 pm
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop22h 40m
Frontier
Sun 3/17:38 pm
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop15h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$251
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/226:20 am
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/263:08 pm
RDU
-
LAX
2 stops19h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 2/211:59 pm
LAX
-
RDU
2 stops11h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/1210:47 am
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop13h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$253
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 2/46:52 pm
LAX
-
RDU
2 stops16h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 2/83:08 pm
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop10h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/261:05 am
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop11h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/110:59 pm
RDU
-
LAX
2 stops16h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$255
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/2312:46 pm
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Mon 1/267:39 pm
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop30h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Thu 4/910:45 pm
LAX
-
RDU
1 stop7h 01m
Frontier
Sun 4/127:36 pm
RDU
-
LAX
2 stops15h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/318:20 am
LAX
-
RDU
2 stops12h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/76:00 am
RDU
-
LAX
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$258

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine to Durham 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 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Durham that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

6:30 am-6:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

7:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$237

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Fri 5/8

11:05 pm-11:21 am

1 stop9h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/10

7:05 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 37m

$260

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

12:27 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/10

7:05 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 37m

$262

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

12:27 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/11

4:51 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$281

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Fri 6/12

11:59 pm-10:42 am

1 stop7h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/14

6:05 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$285

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 3/26

6:15 am-5:48 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/29

9:32 am-8:02 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$289

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

11:55 pm-11:11 am

1 stop8h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/11

4:51 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$297

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

7:00 am-10:02 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

$301

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

11:05 pm-11:11 am

1 stop9h 06m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/24

7:05 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 37m

$305

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Sun 5/31

11:59 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop14h 06m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/25

8:00 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$320

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Durham

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Durham. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Durham is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Durham (average of $118). Flying from Irvine to Durham in June is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 IR9 to DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 15, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Irvine to Durham at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Durham. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Durham flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated January 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines, and Delta from Irvine to Durham 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
258 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
258 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
258 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,715 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
258 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
258 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,131 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
258 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,057 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
258 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine to Durham. 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 Irvine to Durham flight route?

    Flights from Irvine to Durham have been viewed 45 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Durham?

    Airlines like Frontier, Breeze Airways, and Sun Country Air fly from Irvine to Durham in about 7h 43m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 33m. Irvine and Durham are separated by a distance of 2232 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Irvine to Durham for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Durham are WestJet (100%), Breeze Airways (88%) and China Eastern (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Durham?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $165. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $169 on average, our data indicates $372 when flying from Irvine to Durham.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Durham (average of $118). Flying from Irvine to Durham in June is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 Irvine to Durham

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Irvine to Durham. 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 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$120Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$130Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$254Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$391Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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