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$75+ Cheap flights from California to Durham, NC

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LAX — RDU
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Durham

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$75
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$476
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Cheapest flights from California to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/318:16 amLAS - RDU
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Fri 6/137:30 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop4h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$166
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2012:59 amONT - RDU
1 stop12h 48mFrontier
Sat 5/317:30 amRDU - ONT
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$198
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/1310:34 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/162:03 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop12h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 6/117:00 amLAS - RDU
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/117:29 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$211
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/41:05 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/75:10 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/3010:34 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 24mDelta
Mon 7/77:12 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/29$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/74:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop13h 14mFrontier
Sat 5/1011:13 amRDU - LAX
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/311:05 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 03mBreeze Airways
Wed 6/49:47 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/29$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/55:25 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
Thu 6/129:15 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$227
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/222:33 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Sun 5/257:30 amRDU - SJC
1 stop9h 13mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$238
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 6/1111:36 amLAX - RDU
1 stop17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1710:45 amRDU - LAX
1 stop14h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$243
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/103:45 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/179:38 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$255

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Durham that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Durham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/31

8:16 am-6:11 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/13

7:30 am-9:17 am

Nonstop4h 47m

$166

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/13

10:34 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 26m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/16

2:03 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop12h 38m

$203

OntarioRaleigh

ONT - RDU

ONTRDU

Ontario

Wed 5/28

7:37 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 23m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/30

7:30 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 13m

$206

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/11

7:00 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/11

7:29 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$211

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

1:05 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/7

5:10 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$216

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/30

10:34 pm-5:58 am

Nonstop4h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/7

7:12 am-9:00 am

Nonstop4h 48m

$217

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

4:59 pm-9:13 am

1 stop13h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/10

11:13 am-5:43 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$217

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

1:05 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

9:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

$219

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 6/5

5:25 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/12

9:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 15m

$227

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 5/22

2:33 pm-6:00 am

1 stop12h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/25

7:30 am-1:43 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$238

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Best time to book a flight from California to Durham

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Durham (average of $206). Flying from California 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 CA to DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from California 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.

Weekly flight availability from California to Durham

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Durham. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to DU8 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Durham by month

Plan your trip to Durham by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durham ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Durham when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Durham by month

Plan your trip to Durham by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durham, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from California to Durham have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

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!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

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!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

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!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

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!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

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!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,409 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

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

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

    Flights from California to Durham have been viewed 22 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Durham are Spirit Airlines ($75), Frontier ($98), and Delta ($99).

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Durham are American Airlines (85%), Japan Airlines (85%) and Alaska Airlines (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Durham?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $101. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $176 on average our data indicates $685 when flying from California to Durham.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Durham (average of $206). Flying from California 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 California to Durham

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$150Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$190Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$306Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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