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$99+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to North Carolina

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SFO — RDU
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to North Carolina

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to North Carolina flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Frontier)

One-way from

$99
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$490

Good round-trip deal

$390 or less

Good one-way deal

$186 or less
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From San Francisco to North Carolina
One-way flight from San Francisco to North Carolina
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to North Carolina.
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to North Carolina. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1011:50 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop13h 01mFrontier
Mon 5/123:49 pmORF - SFO
1 stop9h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$228
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.
Sat 5/2410:00 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/281:24 pmORF - SFO
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$247
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 5/2810:00 pmSFO - AVL
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/54:23 pmAVL - SFO
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
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.
Tue 10/712:47 amSFO - GSO
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/146:39 pmGSO - SFO
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$255
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/28:44 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop12h 22mJetBlue
Thu 6/51:01 pmILM - SFO
1 stop11h 47mJetBlue
Deal found 4/30$270
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/125:50 amSFO - ORF
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Thu 7/176:14 pmORF - SFO
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/30$277
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2411:59 pmSFO - GSO
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Tue 7/85:34 amGSO - SFO
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/30$277
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 5/281:35 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/44:12 pmILM - SFO
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$279
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/811:55 pmSFO - AVL
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/114:30 pmAVL - SFO
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$279
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.
Fri 5/1612:21 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1912:50 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$284
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:24 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Wed 7/26:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/30$287
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/211:25 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/256:00 amRDU - SFO
Nonstop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to North Carolina that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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North Carolina

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNorfolk

SFO - ORF

SFOORF

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

11:50 pm-3:51 pm

1 stop13h 01m

Norfolk

Mon 5/12

3:49 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$228

San FranciscoNorfolk

SFO - ORF

SFOORF

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

10:00 pm-10:11 am

1 stop9h 11m

Norfolk

Wed 5/28

1:24 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$247

San FranciscoAsheville

SFO - AVL

SFOAVL

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

10:00 pm-9:13 am

1 stop8h 13m

Asheville Regional

Thu 6/5

4:23 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$249

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

8:44 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop12h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 6/5

1:01 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$270

San FranciscoNorfolk

SFO - ORF

SFOORF

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

5:50 am-4:16 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Norfolk

Thu 7/17

6:14 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 26m

$277

San FranciscoGreensboro

SFO - GSO

SFOGSO

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

11:59 pm-11:25 am

1 stop8h 26m

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 7/8

5:34 am-10:12 am

1 stop7h 38m

$277

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

1:35 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/4

4:12 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$279

San FranciscoGreensboro

SFO - GSO

SFOGSO

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

12:21 am-10:43 am

1 stop7h 22m

Greensboro/H. Point

Mon 6/2

5:34 pm-12:22 am

1 stop9h 48m

$282

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

12:21 am-10:28 am

1 stop7h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/25

7:20 am-1:56 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$284

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 6/18

6:05 am-6:06 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/21

12:42 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to North Carolina

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to North Carolina

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to North Carolina?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to North Carolina (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco to North Carolina 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 SFO to NC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to North Carolina. 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 San Francisco to North Carolina, 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 San Francisco to North Carolina

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to North Carolina. 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 SFO to USNC are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in North Carolina by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in North Carolina ranges from 3.0 - 4.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. April is typically the driest time to visit North Carolina when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in North Carolina by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to North Carolina, 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 78.8 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 North Carolina

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North Carolina. 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 North Carolina. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to North Carolina, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

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!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to North Carolina?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to North Carolina. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to North Carolina flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to North Carolina one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to North Carolina are Frontier ($99), American Airlines ($109), and Sun Country Air ($133).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to North Carolina?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to North Carolina?

    Before booking your flight to North Carolina from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (93%), Virgin Australia (93%), Air New Zealand( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to North Carolina?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to North Carolina? While on average our users pay $946, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $193. The most popular route (San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $234.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to North Carolina that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to North Carolina flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to North Carolina?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to North Carolina.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to North Carolina?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to North Carolina 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 San Francisco to North Carolina?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to North Carolina (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco to North Carolina 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to North Carolina

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to North Carolina. 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$134Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$346Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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