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$118+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RDU
Dec 19 — Dec 261
Fri 12/19
Fri 12/26
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 19, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/275:45 amSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Wed 12/35:55 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/18$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/178:25 amSFO - RDU
2 stops12h 28mDelta
Tue 1/67:36 amRDU - SFO
1 stop13h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/18$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/1210:49 amSFO - RDU
1 stop22h 03mFrontier
Sun 1/410:30 pmRDU - SFO
2 stops26h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/17$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/95:45 amSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Wed 12/107:06 amRDU - SJC
1 stop11h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/19$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/511:38 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop21h 34mFrontier
Mon 12/812:55 pmRDU - SFO
2 stops14h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Wed 12/1010:30 amSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 23mDelta
Tue 12/167:20 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/17$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/56:30 amSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 01mFrontier
Sun 12/78:42 amRDU - SFO
2 stops26h 11mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/121:30 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$299
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/32:21 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop23h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/86:26 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/1011:40 amSJC - RDU
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Tue 12/166:15 amRDU - SJC
2 stops10h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/18$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/26:18 amSFO - RDU
2 stops31h 26mFrontier
Mon 12/86:26 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Deal found 11/17$302
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sat 12/68:30 amSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 21mJetBlue
Tue 12/95:10 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 11/18$303

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 November 19, 2025.

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Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$258
(Delta)

One-way from

$118
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$512
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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 November 19, 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 JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 2/7

11:40 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/14

3:04 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$258

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 1/9

6:25 pm-6:30 am

1 stop9h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/14

7:36 am-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$285

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Wed 1/7

11:40 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

7:36 am-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$285

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 1/9

2:30 pm-6:30 am

1 stop13h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

7:36 am-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$285

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

2:30 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop24h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/24

6:51 pm-10:37 am

1 stop18h 46m

$289

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Mon 2/23

11:42 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

5:30 am-1:39 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$290

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Wed 12/10

4:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop28h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/16

5:55 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$296

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Thu 12/25

11:20 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop5h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/5

7:40 pm-1:17 am

1 stop8h 37m

$299

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

9:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop9h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/21

8:45 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

$299

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Wed 1/7

5:04 pm-10:18 am

2 stops14h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/14

7:36 am-1:34 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$301

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh (average of $150). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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 November 19, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 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 November 19, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 November 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,025 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,106 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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 9 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh?

    Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh will take you 5h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2393 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $118. Users have also found prices from $133 and $154 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 Virgin Australia (93%), Air New Zealand (93%) or United Airlines (83%) 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 $158. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $212 on average, our data indicates $700 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh (average of $150). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Raleigh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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 November 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$121Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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