$170+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Raleigh (SFO - RDU)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RDU
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 15, 2026.
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 September 15, 2026.
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.
Wed 10/1411:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1311:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Tue 10/204:20 pm -
2 stops25h 05m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/2011:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/12![Frontier logo]()
$332
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 10/1810:14 pm -
1 stop11h 07m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/2211:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$334
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1911:58 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sat 10/241:40 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$335
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3011:58 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Wed 10/712:21 pm -
1 stop13h 07m
Deal found 9/12![Frontier logo]()
$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/295:35 am -
2 stops10h 35m
Fri 11/64:25 pm -
2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Southwest logo]()
$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/2211:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Mon 10/261:16 pm -
2 stops22h 03m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/186:02 am -
1 stop8h 36m
Wed 12/26:45 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$339
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.
Fri 9/2511:58 pm -
1 stop8h 37m
Wed 9/3012:21 pm -
1 stop13h 07m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$340
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/38:50 pm -
1 stop18h 00m
Sun 12/64:05 pm -
1 stop9h 44m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$341
Best flights from San Francisco to RaleighDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Raleigh that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Raleigh that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:05 am -
1 stop28h 44m
Tue 1/55:24 pm -
1 stop18h 28m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1111:35 pm -
2 stops9h 45m
Mon 11/166:40 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$356
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:35 am -
1 stop8h 06m
Tue 11/38:15 am -
Nonstop6h 04m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/132:25 pm -
Nonstop5h 05m
Tue 11/176:43 pm -
Nonstop6h 07m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$399
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.
Thu 10/291:55 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Tue 11/36:15 am -
2 stops10h 45m
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:10 am -
1 stop9h 38m
Mon 10/266:47 pm -
Nonstop6h 03m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/214:51 pm -
1 stop20h 58m
Wed 10/287:00 am -
2 stops14h 01m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$458
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:00 pm -
2 stops9h 40m
Tue 10/206:40 am -
2 stops9h 05m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:35 am -
1 stop8h 06m
Fri 11/66:43 pm -
Nonstop6h 07m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:10 am -
1 stop9h 38m
Tue 10/208:39 am -
Nonstop5h 46m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1211:59 pm -
Nonstop5h 20m
Mon 10/197:45 pm -
1 stop8h 14m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/161:50 pm -
1 stop7h 09m
Wed 10/215:26 pm -
Nonstop5h 44m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$432
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to RaleighDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Raleigh. Data last updated September 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Raleigh. Data last updated September 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1911:58 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sat 10/241:40 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$335
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.
Fri 9/2511:58 pm -
1 stop8h 37m
Wed 9/3012:21 pm -
1 stop13h 07m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$340
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3011:58 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Wed 10/712:21 pm -
1 stop13h 07m
Deal found 9/12![Frontier logo]()
$336
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.
Mon 10/511:58 pm -
2 stops15h 12m
Wed 10/71:56 pm -
1 stop9h 12m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1311:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Tue 10/204:20 pm -
2 stops25h 05m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$331
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.
Wed 10/1411:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$330
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 10/1810:14 pm -
1 stop11h 07m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1810:14 pm -
1 stop11h 07m
Tue 10/204:20 pm -
2 stops18h 53m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/2011:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/12![Frontier logo]()
$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/2211:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Sun 10/251:16 pm -
2 stops21h 57m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$334
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/2211:59 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Mon 10/261:16 pm -
2 stops22h 03m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/295:35 am -
2 stops10h 35m
Fri 11/64:25 pm -
2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Southwest logo]()
$337
One-way flights from San Francisco to RaleighSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Raleigh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Raleigh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2711:58 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$170
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.
Wed 11/116:02 am -
2 stops14h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/410:05 pm -
1 stop11h 33m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$172
This Super.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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/249:42 am -
1 stop28h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$173
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/810:19 pm -
2 stops37h 38m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$174
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.
Fri 10/2311:59 pm -
2 stops11h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Thu 10/292:21 pm -
2 stops18h 42m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Frontier logo]()
$176
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/309:55 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$178
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.
Fri 10/26:02 pm -
2 stops20h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/214:31 pm -
1 stop25h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$184
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/134:35 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Frontier logo]()
$185
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.
Fri 11/1311:52 pm -
2 stops20h 07m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$186
Find 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 September 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $330 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $170 |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $481 |
Good round-trip deal | $497 or less |
Good one-way deal | $308 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
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Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
9:55 am-11:15 pm
2 stops10h 20m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$178
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Thu 11/19
9:25 am-11:10 pm
2 stops10h 45m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$229
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Fri 10/2
9:55 am-11:10 pm
2 stops10h 15m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$235
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Sat 10/17
4:21 pm-4:49 pm
2 stops21h 28m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$238
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
8:46 pm-1:21 pm
2 stops13h 35m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$245
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
7:25 pm-8:40 am
2 stops10h 15m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$255
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Wed 10/14
10:35 am-11:58 pm
1 stop10h 23m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$262
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Wed 10/14
8:10 am-4:24 pm
Nonstop5h 14m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$319
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Fri 10/16
11:59 pm-8:19 am
Nonstop5h 20m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$329
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO San Francisco - RDU Raleigh-Durham
SFORDU
San Francisco
Fri 10/23
2:26 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop5h 19m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$329
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Raleigh in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Francisco-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Raleigh?
Booking 44 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Raleigh (average of $412). Flying from San Francisco to Raleigh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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 September 15, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Raleigh at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
How often are flights from San Francisco to Raleigh delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Raleigh have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Raleigh flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Raleigh flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
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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 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco 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.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$184 | Average$324 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$194 | Average$393 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$250 | Average$383 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$409 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$268 | Average$348 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$508 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$305 | Average$459 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |