$74+ 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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Raleigh
Cheapest flights from San Diego to RaleighExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flight deals from San Diego to Raleigh
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 December 12, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $261 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $74 (Frontier) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $397 |
Good round-trip deal | $268 or less |
Good one-way deal | $118 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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Price
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Mon 1/5
4:47 pm-6:23 pm
2 stops22h 36m
Raleigh-Durham
Fri 1/16
7:39 pm-6:13 pm
1 stop25h 34m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Sat 1/24
11:43 am-11:40 pm
1 stop8h 57m
Raleigh-Durham
Tue 1/27
5:15 am-9:58 am
1 stop7h 43m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Tue 1/13
9:37 am-6:04 pm
1 stop29h 27m
Raleigh-Durham
Fri 1/16
7:04 pm-8:58 pm
1 stop28h 54m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Thu 1/1
6:25 am-6:41 pm
1 stop9h 16m
Raleigh-Durham
Sun 1/4
7:36 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 23m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Tue 12/30
4:47 pm-6:41 pm
1 stop22h 54m
Raleigh-Durham
Sun 1/4
7:36 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 23m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Sun 1/25
6:20 am-4:46 pm
1 stop7h 26m
Raleigh-Durham
Tue 1/27
11:28 am-3:57 pm
1 stop7h 29m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Tue 3/10
12:30 pm-5:48 pm
1 stop26h 18m
Raleigh-Durham
Tue 3/17
6:51 pm-12:17 pm
2 stops20h 26m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Tue 1/13
11:08 am-11:15 pm
2 stops9h 07m
Raleigh-Durham
Fri 1/16
5:18 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop8h 15m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Thu 12/25
10:56 am-9:48 pm
1 stop7h 52m
Raleigh-Durham
Sat 1/3
6:31 am-11:30 am
1 stop7h 59m
San DiegoRaleigh
SAN - RDU
SANRDU
San Diego
Thu 12/25
1:21 pm-9:19 pm
Nonstop4h 58m
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 1/1
9:43 am-12:36 pm
Nonstop5h 53m
Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Raleigh
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Raleigh in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Raleigh
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Cheapflights Insights
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?
Booking 73 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Raleigh (average of $102). Flying from San Diego to Raleigh in May is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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?
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 34% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Raleigh?
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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.
How often are flights from San Diego to Raleigh delayed?
About 43% of weekly flights between San Diego and Raleigh have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Raleigh flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Raleigh flights?
Over the last year, Breeze Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 45% of flights being delayed.
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 December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest, 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.
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Lyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
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Lyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
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Lyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
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Lyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
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Lyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
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Lyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$150 | Average$261 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$185 | Average$293 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$221 | Average$375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$263 | Average$413 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$263 | Average$390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$291 | Average$414 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |