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$99+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh (RDU)

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SFO — RDU
Jun 16 — Jun 231
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh flight deals. Data was last updated June 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Frontier)

One-way from

$99
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$437
From San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh

Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2025.

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.
Fri 8/82:12 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop13h 23mFrontier
Mon 8/117:30 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 47mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$259
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/171:10 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop27h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/275:10 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops20h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/197:48 pmOAK - RDU
2 stops10h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/2310:41 amRDU - OAK
2 stops15h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sat 7/2610:55 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Tue 8/53:26 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop10h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/8$277
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.
Wed 9/38:25 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 43mJetBlue
Mon 9/85:45 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$283
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/259:19 amSJC - RDU
2 stops21h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/315:32 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:20 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/49:00 amRDU - SFO
Nonstop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$284
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.
Sun 7/2011:59 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop14h 00mSun Country Air
Fri 8/16:11 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 42mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$285
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.
Thu 7/316:52 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Tue 8/55:23 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$290
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/258:00 amSJC - RDU
1 stop19h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/97:36 amRDU - SJC
2 stops18h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$292
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/38:24 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Tue 7/86:39 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/10$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 10/229:05 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Mon 10/277:50 amRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$297

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 8/8

2:12 pm-6:35 am

1 stop13h 23m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/11

7:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$259

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 7/17

1:10 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop27h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/27

5:10 pm-10:36 am

2 stops20h 26m

$262

OaklandRaleigh

OAK - RDU

OAKRDU

Oakland

Tue 8/19

7:48 pm-9:36 am

2 stops10h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/23

10:41 am-11:39 pm

2 stops15h 58m

$267

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 7/26

10:55 pm-8:44 am

1 stop6h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/5

3:26 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$277

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

8:25 pm-9:08 am

1 stop9h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/8

5:45 pm-12:59 am

1 stop10h 14m

$283

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Mon 8/25

9:19 am-9:36 am

2 stops21h 17m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/31

5:32 pm-11:16 am

1 stop20h 44m

$284

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

11:59 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/1

6:11 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$285

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

11:55 pm-8:08 am

Nonstop5h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/14

7:06 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

$289

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Thu 7/31

6:52 pm-6:35 am

1 stop8h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/5

5:23 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$290

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Mon 8/25

8:00 am-6:00 am

1 stop19h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/9

7:36 am-10:59 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$292

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 11, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH 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 June 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Raleigh from San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to Raleigh from San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying to Raleigh-Durham, which is the city’s only airport. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is located 11.1 mi from the center of Raleigh.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $99. Users have also found prices from $118 and $128 on Sun Country Air and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh consider choosing United Airlines (97%), Virgin Australia (96%) or Air New Zealand (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $182. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $262 on average our data indicates $738 when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$135Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$286Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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