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$48+ 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RDU
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
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 December 15, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/2410:31 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Sun 1/412:56 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$183
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/3110:20 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop7h 08mFrontier
Sun 1/412:56 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$228
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2510:31 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Fri 1/28:22 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$232
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/3010:20 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Sun 1/412:56 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/2410:31 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop10h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:20 pmRDU - LAS
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/2411:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/311:40 amRDU - LAX
2 stops22h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/258:37 amLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 36mFrontier
Fri 1/27:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop15h 06mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/258:37 amLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 36mFrontier
Thu 1/17:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/3110:45 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Wed 1/76:10 amRDU - LAX
1 stop11h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/308:58 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop18h 43mFrontier
Sun 1/47:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop15h 06mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$281
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop15h 29mFrontier
Mon 1/57:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$283
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/238:37 amLAX - RDU
1 stop12h 36mFrontier
Sun 1/116:10 amRDU - LAX
1 stop10h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$288

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 December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Expedia)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$486

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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Price

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/30

10:24 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop4h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/2

6:50 am-9:09 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$137

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/25

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/2

6:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$147

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

11:03 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/3

6:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$148

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/26

1:10 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/1

12:55 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$157

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/13

2:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/15

7:10 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$157

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/20

11:15 pm-9:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

2:58 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$167

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/20

11:10 am-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

6:15 am-2:10 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$172

OntarioRaleigh

ONT - RDU

ONTRDU

Ontario

Fri 2/6

6:20 am-6:44 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

7:39 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$208

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sun 1/11

12:50 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/18

6:07 am-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$217

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 1/17

12:50 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/31

1:18 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$217

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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 December 15, 2025.

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 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 15, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to RDU are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 44 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 11m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $137. 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 $98, 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 Breeze Airways (100%), WestJet (100%) or LATAM 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 $361, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $153. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $124.

  • 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$119Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$141Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$159Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$279Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$317Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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