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$119+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Raleigh (SAN - 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RDU
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Raleigh (RDU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

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$164
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$119
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$198 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:27 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop12h 36mFrontier
Mon 9/2910:48 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$164
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/26:27 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop12h 36mFrontier
Mon 10/610:48 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/292:40 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Wed 11/54:05 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/266:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop31h 03mFrontier
Mon 11/35:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/212:40 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Wed 10/299:10 amRDU - SAN
2 stops12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/151:10 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Sat 10/186:10 amRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/66:00 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop19h 36mFrontier
Mon 11/105:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 10/256:35 amSAN - RDU
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Wed 10/296:35 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$194
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/276:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Thu 11/62:54 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 11/156:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Wed 11/196:10 amRDU - SAN
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/286:40 amSAN - RDU
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Wed 10/291:05 pmRDU - SAN
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$204

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Raleigh that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 10/2

6:27 pm-10:03 am

1 stop12h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/6

10:48 am-5:54 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$172

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Wed 10/29

1:10 pm-12:40 am

1 stop8h 30m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

$176

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Fri 10/24

9:03 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop17h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/27

5:39 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$181

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 11/6

6:00 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/10

5:21 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$188

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Tue 10/28

6:40 am-6:20 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/29

1:05 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$204

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 9/25

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/28

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

$218

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 11/6

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/10

5:21 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$226

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Sat 11/8

9:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop9h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/13

4:50 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$226

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Tue 10/28

11:35 am-10:08 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/29

3:13 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$243

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 11/6

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/9

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

$255

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Raleigh

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Raleigh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 SAN to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Raleigh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Breeze Airways, and Delta from San Diego to Raleigh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this San Diego to Raleigh flight route?

    Flights from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham have been viewed 13 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Raleigh?

    Departing from San Diego to Raleigh will take you 8h 30m. There are 2187 mi between San Diego and Raleigh. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Raleigh round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($138), Breeze Airways ($176), and Delta ($194) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Raleigh. Frontier is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $122. Users have also found prices from $129 and $139 on Breeze Airways and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $99. While the most popular route (San Diego - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $188 on average, our data indicates $198 when flying from San Diego to Raleigh.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Raleigh?

    The most popular layover on flights from San Diego to Raleigh is Denver. Charlotte is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Diego to Raleigh.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be visited by traveling about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi respectively from Denver Intl. Those landing in Denver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $53 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame are currently the most popular points of interest in Charlotte at the moment. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or NASCAR Hall of Fame can do so by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Raleigh flights?

    San Diego to Raleigh flights have a layover in Dallas the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from San Diego to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$176Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$194Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$307Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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