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$113+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh (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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RDU
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sat 8/16
Sat 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$113
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$391
From San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh-Durham
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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 August 11, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 9/132:39 pmOAK - RDU
2 stops14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2211:45 amRDU - OAK
2 stops14h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/9$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:00 amSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/215:14 amRDU - SJC
1 stop10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/9$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 9/42:39 pmOAK - RDU
2 stops14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/811:45 amRDU - OAK
2 stops14h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/9$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2312:45 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/305:13 amRDU - SJC
1 stop10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/9$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:00 amSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1810:15 amRDU - SJC
2 stops11h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/9$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/186:00 amSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/297:00 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/10$269
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/12:39 pmOAK - RDU
2 stops14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/611:45 amRDU - OAK
2 stops14h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$270
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/179:05 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 9/227:10 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 11/115:45 amOAK - RDU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Sat 11/155:00 amRDU - OAK
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/9$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/192:12 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop27h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2911:45 amRDU - SFO
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$272
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/811:00 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop18h 37mFrontier
Sun 9/146:38 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop29h 43mFrontier
Deal found 8/9$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 10/228:30 amSFO - RDU
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Wed 10/295:00 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/10$276

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 August 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

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Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandRaleigh

OAK - RDU

OAKRDU

Oakland

Sat 9/13

2:39 pm-8:28 am

2 stops14h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/22

11:45 am-11:32 pm

2 stops14h 47m

$238

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/21

5:14 am-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$251

OaklandRaleigh

OAK - RDU

OAKRDU

Oakland

Thu 9/4

2:39 pm-8:28 am

2 stops14h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/8

11:45 am-11:32 pm

2 stops14h 47m

$251

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Tue 9/23

12:45 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

5:13 am-12:39 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$252

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/18

10:15 am-6:31 pm

2 stops11h 16m

$256

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 10/18

6:00 am-4:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$269

OaklandRaleigh

OAK - RDU

OAKRDU

Oakland

Wed 10/1

2:39 pm-8:28 am

2 stops14h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/6

11:45 am-11:32 pm

2 stops14h 47m

$270

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

9:05 pm-7:45 am

1 stop7h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/22

7:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$271

OaklandRaleigh

OAK - RDU

OAKRDU

Oakland

Tue 11/11

5:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/15

5:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

$271

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

2:12 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop27h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/29

11:45 am-11:02 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$272

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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 $292). 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 August 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 August 11, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 August 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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?

    This flight path from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh-Durham was viewed by 7 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh are San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham, San Jose - Raleigh-Durham and Oakland - Raleigh-Durham.

  • 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 (86%), Virgin Australia (84%) or Air New Zealand (84%) 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 $274. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $253 on average our data indicates $677 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.

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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 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 $292). 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 Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$127Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$286Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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