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$75+ 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RDU
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Raleigh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Raleigh flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$75
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$476

Good round-trip deal

$265 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
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From California to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from California to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Raleigh-Durham.
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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 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 4/30. 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.
Fri 6/1310:34 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 24mDelta
Tue 6/177:15 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/30$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 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 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 5/1$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 Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/34:59 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop9h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/97:30 amRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$252

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Raleigh that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Raleigh

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

OntarioRaleigh

ONT - RDU

ONTRDU

Ontario

Tue 5/20

12:59 am-4:47 pm

1 stop12h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/31

7:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$198

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

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

Fri 6/13

10:34 pm-5:58 am

Nonstop4h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/17

7:15 am-9:05 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$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

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 5/21

6:15 am-4:47 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/27

7:30 am-7:52 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$220

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

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 6/11

11:36 am-8:15 am

1 stop17h 39m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/16

2:03 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$233

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Best time to book a flight from California to Raleigh

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from California to Raleigh 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 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Raleigh as you normally would.

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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to RDU 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 Raleigh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh 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 Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from California to Raleigh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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 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?

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

    $75 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Frontier, with prices starting from $99 and $99, respectively.

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

  • 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 American Airlines (85%), Japan Airlines (85%) or Alaska Airlines (85%) 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 $685, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $101. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $176.

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

Discover the top 10 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 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$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$346Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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