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$170+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles (RDU - LAX)

RDU — LAX
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Los Angeles are usually found in January or April, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Wed 12/166:59 am -
1 stop13h 46m
Mon 12/219:59 pm -
1 stop9h 13m
Deal found 11/8$339
Mon 11/167:37 pm -
1 stop7h 46m
Thu 11/264:50 pm -
2 stops13h 07m
Deal found 11/4$340
Sun 11/2212:35 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
Thu 11/264:50 pm -
2 stops13h 07m
Deal found 11/4$341
Wed 12/212:24 pm -
1 stop8h 17m
Wed 12/96:30 am -
1 stop29h 08m
Deal found 11/7$342
Thu 11/195:26 pm -
1 stop10h 21m
Tue 12/111:40 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Deal found 11/8$343
Mon 11/167:37 pm -
1 stop7h 46m
Tue 12/111:40 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Deal found 11/8$344
Sat 12/56:01 pm -
Nonstop5h 47m
Sat 12/129:15 am -
Nonstop4h 46m
Deal found 11/7$345
Wed 11/116:42 am -
1 stop14h 11m
Sat 11/146:15 am -
1 stop7h 04m
Deal found 11/5$346
Sat 12/512:21 pm -
2 stops14h 19m
Sat 12/128:30 am -
2 stops12h 29m
Deal found 11/7$347
Sat 11/75:19 pm -
1 stop10h 04m
Wed 11/181:20 pm -
1 stop7h 37m
Deal found 11/5$348
Tue 11/175:32 pm -
1 stop7h 58m
Wed 11/1812:26 am -
1 stop8h 58m
Deal found 11/5$349
Sat 11/76:06 pm -
Nonstop5h 38m
Sat 11/149:15 am -
Nonstop4h 51m
Deal found 11/4$350

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$339
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$170
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$487

Good round-trip deal

$522 or less

Good one-way deal

$316 or less
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 Raleigh-Durham to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Los Angeles
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Raleigh-Durham to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest round-trip

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/23

5:54 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$186

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/23

12:35 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$203

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/31

6:25 am-1:05 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$216

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/25

4:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$221

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/25

9:35 am-3:50 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$249

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/12

7:07 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$324

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/24

6:47 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$324

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/10

7:07 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$324
Quickest round-trip

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/10

6:53 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$324

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU Raleigh-Durham - LAX Los Angeles

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/31

4:15 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$334

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Los Angeles in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles (average of $425). Flying from Raleigh to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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 LAX?

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Raleigh to Los Angeles flights typically cost between $424 and $584 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $339 on Frontier (Dec 16-Dec 21).

The best insider tips for Raleigh to Los Angeles flights

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John Walton

John Walton

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Ramsey Qubein

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles, such as Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports do I use to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Raleigh-Durham. Booking flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily flights to Los Angeles from 8 different airlines. 5h 19m is how long a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

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

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Raleigh to Los Angeles in just under 5h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 55m. The distance from Raleigh to Los Angeles is about 2232 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $163. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and Breeze Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $177 and $187, respectively. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles are Frontier ($96), JetBlue ($127), and Breeze Airways ($127).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles consider choosing Air France (100%), Delta (80%) or LATAM Airlines (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Raleigh to Los Angeles is $203. On average you can expect to pay $1,082. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $246.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles (average of $425). Flying from Raleigh to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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 8 airlines flying from Raleigh to Los Angeles

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$163Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$177Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$187Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$322Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$342Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$350Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$431Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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