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$79+ Cheap flights from California to Raleigh (RDU)

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RDU
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Raleigh

Cheapest flights from California to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:45 am
LAS
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RDU
1 stop8h 29m
Frontier
Tue 3/36:25 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/259:54 pm
LAS
-
RDU
2 stops17h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/36:25 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/265:30 am
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop7h 30m
Frontier
Mon 3/25:10 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop8h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$168
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/262:08 pm
ONT
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RDU
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Mon 3/25:11 pm
RDU
-
ONT
1 stop9h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/249:54 pm
LAS
-
RDU
2 stops23h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/36:25 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$173
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2512:59 am
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop11h 10m
Frontier
Thu 3/510:48 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop13h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/259:54 pm
LAS
-
RDU
2 stops17h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/210:47 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop25h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$176
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/610:33 pm
LAS
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 12m
Delta
Sat 5/97:13 am
RDU
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2612:59 am
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop11h 35m
Frontier
Tue 3/36:25 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$180
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2010:33 pm
LAS
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 12m
Delta
Sat 4/255:15 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop8h 51m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2711:46 am
LAS
-
RDU
2 stops9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/36:25 am
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2411:59 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop7h 25m
Breeze Airways
Sat 2/285:52 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop7h 37m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 2/1$191

Find flight deals from California to Raleigh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Raleigh flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$79
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$441

Good round-trip deal

$257 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Raleigh 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/6

10:33 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/9

7:13 am-9:12 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$177

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/16

10:33 pm-5:58 am

Nonstop4h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/20

7:13 am-9:12 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$177

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/20

10:33 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/25

5:15 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$187

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/25

12:59 am-3:09 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

10:48 am-9:31 pm

1 stop13h 43m

$193

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/18

12:59 am-3:09 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-9:26 pm

2 stops42h 16m

$209

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 2/19

6:25 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

4:41 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$209

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Mon 4/13

8:58 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

5:55 pm-8:40 am

1 stop17h 45m

$211

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Wed 2/18

9:45 am-3:09 pm

1 stop26h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/25

6:25 am-11:14 am

2 stops31h 49m

$216

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/15

11:59 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/19

8:18 am-11:26 am

1 stop30h 08m

$218

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/17

11:03 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/21

8:04 pm-9:24 am

2 stops40h 20m

$220

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Best time to book a flight from California to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Raleigh

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Raleigh (average of $102). Flying from California to Raleigh in August is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Raleigh at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from California to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Raleigh. 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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to RDU are scheduled on a Friday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Raleigh from California?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Raleigh. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Raleigh’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Raleigh flight route?

    The California to Raleigh-Durham flight path was viewed by 45 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Raleigh?

    A quick flight from California to Raleigh can take about 4h 12m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $177. California and Raleigh are separated by a distance of 2020 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $42 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $78 and $97, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Raleigh consider choosing Delta (80%), Virgin Atlantic (78%) or Korean Air (74%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Raleigh?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Raleigh? While on average our users pay $483, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $189. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $160.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Raleigh (average of $102). Flying from California to Raleigh in August is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 California to Raleigh

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Raleigh. 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$107Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$150Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$264Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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