For a quick departure, use SFO's AirTrain Red Line to navigate between terminals efficiently and avoid long walks.
$128+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Raleigh (SFO - 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RDU
jun. 17 — jun. 241
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Raleigh
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 junio 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $283 (JetBlue) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $128 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $437 |
Good round-trip deal | $375 or less |
Good one-way deal | $323 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to RaleighExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/38:25 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 43mJetBlue
lun. 9/85:45 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10![JetBlue logo]()
$283
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/2011:59 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop14h 00mSun Country Air
vie. 8/16:11 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 42mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10![Sun Country Air logo]()
$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 7/911:55 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
lun. 7/147:06 pmRDU - SFO
Nonstop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 7/316:52 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
mar. 8/55:23 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/10![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/38:24 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 05mDelta
mié. 7/96:39 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mié. 10/2211:40 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
lun. 10/277:50 amRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/175:25 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
vie. 6/2010:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11![American Airlines logo]()
$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/1212:03 pmSFO - RDU
2 stops14h 57mAlaska Airlines
lun. 9/226:10 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$382
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/306:11 pmSFO - RDU
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/315:10 pmRDU - SFO
2 stops32h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$400
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SFO - RDU
SFORDU
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mié. 9/3
8:25 pm-9:08 am
1 stop9h 43m
Raleigh-Durham
lun. 9/8
5:45 pm-12:59 am
1 stop10h 14m
$283
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
dom. 7/20
11:59 pm-4:59 pm
1 stop14h 00m
Raleigh-Durham
vie. 8/1
6:11 pm-10:53 pm
1 stop7h 42m
$285
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
mié. 7/9
11:55 pm-8:08 am
Nonstop5h 13m
Raleigh-Durham
lun. 7/14
7:06 pm-9:50 pm
Nonstop5h 44m
$289
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
jue. 7/31
6:52 pm-6:35 am
1 stop8h 43m
Raleigh-Durham
mar. 8/5
5:23 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop9h 02m
$290
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
jue. 7/3
8:24 am-8:29 pm
1 stop9h 05m
Raleigh-Durham
mié. 7/9
6:39 pm-12:03 am
1 stop8h 24m
$293
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
lun. 8/25
11:25 am-10:15 pm
1 stop7h 50m
Raleigh-Durham
mié. 8/27
5:00 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop8h 25m
$297
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
mar. 6/17
1:14 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 45m
Raleigh-Durham
vie. 6/20
4:25 pm-8:25 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$299
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
mar. 8/12
12:03 pm-6:00 am
2 stops14h 57m
Raleigh-Durham
lun. 9/22
6:10 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 49m
$382
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
mié. 7/30
6:11 pm-2:31 pm
2 stops17h 20m
Raleigh-Durham
jue. 7/31
5:10 pm-10:53 pm
2 stops32h 43m
$400
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
sáb. 8/23
6:34 am-4:37 pm
1 stop7h 03m
$128
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Raleigh
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Raleigh?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Raleigh?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to RDU?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 junio 12, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Raleigh in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Raleigh?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Raleigh
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 junio 12, 2025.
The most flights from SFO to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Francisco to Raleigh. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$131 | Average$262 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$135 | Average$240 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$341 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$352 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$286 | Average$599 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$526 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$461 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |