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$123+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Durham, NC

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LAX — RDU
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Durham are usually found in September or August, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Durham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$218
(Priceline)

One-way from

$123
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$388
From Irvine to Durham
One-way flight from Irvine to Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Irvine to Durham

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 July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/3012:12 amLAX - RDU
2 stops11h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/512:58 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$218
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:30 amLAX - RDU
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/1410:12 amRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/96:15 amLAX - RDU
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Sun 10/125:55 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop22h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$231
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 7/161:05 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 03mBreeze Airways
Sat 7/199:47 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/2$268
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/309:15 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 37mJetBlue
Tue 10/75:45 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop9h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3$271

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Durham that are best for you.

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Irvine

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Durham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 7/30

12:12 am-2:31 pm

2 stops11h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/5

12:58 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$218

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

12:30 am-10:46 am

1 stop7h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/14

10:12 am-3:37 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$225

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 7/17

7:45 pm-6:35 am

1 stop7h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/19

4:44 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$236

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 7/16

1:05 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/19

9:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

$268

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

9:15 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/7

5:45 pm-12:11 am

1 stop9h 26m

$271

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

12:00 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$123

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

2:46 pm-9:53 am

1 stop16h 07m

$124

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

7:58 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$126

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Tue 8/5

6:19 pm-10:43 am

1 stop13h 24m

$144

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

8:35 pm-10:32 am

1 stop10h 57m

$146

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/3

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Durham

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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 June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Durham is 56 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Irvine to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 July 3, 2025.

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

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 November 10, 2024.

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, 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.

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Irvine to Durham flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $123. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Spirit Airlines, 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 Breeze Airways (82%), Delta (82%) and Qantas Airways (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Durham?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $149 on average our data indicates $567 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Irvine to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 Irvine to Durham

Discover the top 10 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$137Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$156Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$174Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$249Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$323Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$411Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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