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$148+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — LAX
Jan 27 — Feb 31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Los Angeles are usually found in September or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Durham to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:14 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop24h 49mFrontier
Wed 1/73:14 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop24h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Mon 12/297:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Mon 1/511:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/318:14 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop24h 49mFrontier
Mon 1/511:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$366
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:20 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop17h 22mFrontier
Fri 1/91:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/308:51 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop27h 55mFrontier
Mon 1/511:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$396
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Wed 12/317:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Fri 1/96:26 amLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$399
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Wed 12/317:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Thu 1/86:26 amLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$415
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/311:30 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/3110:14 pmRDU - LAX
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/73:14 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 12/316:05 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/110:20 amLAX - RDU
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$432
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Wed 12/317:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Sat 1/101:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$435

Find flight deals from Durham to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$480
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Los Angeles flights.
From Durham to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Durham to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to Los Angeles 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Durham

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

4:50 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

8:00 am-3:40 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$311

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

4:50 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

8:35 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$331

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/31

7:15 am-4:38 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/7

8:30 am-4:12 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

$338

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/21

4:50 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/28

11:45 am-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$338

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/21

7:36 am-4:38 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

8:30 am-4:12 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

$338

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

8:45 am-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$341

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

11:20 am-7:55 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

8:45 am-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$341

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/20

7:35 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 24m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

8:40 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop17h 21m

$344

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/11

5:15 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

9:56 am-11:46 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$348

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/1

7:36 am-4:38 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/7

8:30 am-4:12 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

$348

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durham to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Durham to Los Angeles is 69 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 Durham to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Los Angeles (average of $129). Flying from Durham to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 DU8 to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 70% on flights from Durham to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Durham to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Durham to Los Angeles. 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 December 28, 2025.

The most flights from DU8 to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Durham to Los Angeles?

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated December 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Durham to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Durham?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Durham. On average, Los Angeles has 9 inbound flights from Durham per day from 9 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Durham to Los Angeles flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Durham to Los Angeles?

    Delta can get you from Durham to Los Angeles in just under 5h 50m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Durham to Los Angeles is about 2232 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $76. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Durham to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to Los Angeles?

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Durham, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: WestJet (98%), Air France (97%), China Eastern( 95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durham to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from Durham to Los Angeles is $169. On average you can expect to pay $724. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $154.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Durham to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to Los Angeles 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 Durham to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Los Angeles (average of $129). Flying from Durham to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 Durham to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$130Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$145Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$223Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$313Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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