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$80+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Raleigh (SJC - 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — RDU
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Raleigh
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/319:00 amSJC - RDU
2 stops11h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/78:03 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/1711:40 amSJC - RDU
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Thu 12/256:00 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/2$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/3112:56 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:07 amRDU - SJC
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/175:45 amSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Tue 12/235:30 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/2$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/2512:31 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Mon 1/57:39 amRDU - SJC
1 stop30h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/1$426
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/177:00 amSJC - RDU
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Wed 12/246:21 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop25h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/2$432
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/176:59 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops10h 58mDelta
Mon 12/225:30 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/2$437

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(Southwest)

One-way from

$80
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$548
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Raleigh that are best for you.

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San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$184

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 1/17

12:50 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/31

12:27 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$204

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 1/8

6:25 pm-6:30 am

1 stop9h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

7:36 am-1:34 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$245

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 1/10

11:45 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

7:36 am-1:39 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$245

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Mon 2/23

11:45 am-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

4:21 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$251

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 1/17

8:40 am-10:14 pm

2 stops10h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

11:18 am-8:56 pm

2 stops12h 38m

$253

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-6:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$80

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Mon 3/2

7:19 pm-9:26 am

2 stops11h 07m

$105

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Mon 1/26

6:15 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$121

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Tue 1/27

6:15 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$121

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Raleigh in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Jose, California-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Raleigh

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Jose, California to Raleigh is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Raleigh?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Raleigh (average of $150). Flying from San Jose, California to Raleigh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 SJC to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 December 4, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose, California to Raleigh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose, California to Raleigh?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose, California to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Jose to Raleigh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Raleigh?

    For as low as $204, Southwest can have you in Raleigh from San Jose, California in 7h 44m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2372 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose, California to Raleigh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose, California to Raleigh is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $232 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $286 and $307 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose, California to Raleigh one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose, California to Raleigh for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Raleigh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Raleigh?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Raleigh (average of $150). Flying from San Jose, California to Raleigh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Raleigh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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