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$109+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to San Diego (SAN)

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RDU — SAN
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to San Diego are usually found in August or September, booked 2 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$205
(Priceline)

One-way from

$109
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$321
From Durham to San Diego
One-way flight from Durham to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Durham to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2210:48 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Thu 9/256:27 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop12h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$205
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2611:07 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 21mFrontier
Sun 11/27:24 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops18h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$206
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.
Thu 11/66:00 amRDU - SAN
1 stop19h 14mFrontier
Thu 11/136:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$215
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/91:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$216
This Breeze Airways 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/219:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mBreeze Airways
Thu 9/251:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/13$218
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2311:07 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 21mFrontier
Mon 11/36:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$220
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:59 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Sat 10/187:00 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$221
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:23 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Sun 9/285:37 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop13h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$224
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.
Thu 11/135:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Sun 11/166:41 amSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$225
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:48 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/91:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$226
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.
Mon 10/66:22 amRDU - SAN
2 stops20h 31mFrontier
Thu 10/96:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$228
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.
Tue 10/289:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/157:18 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to San Diego 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Durham

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/13

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Sun 11/16

6:41 am-4:36 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$216

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/21

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Thu 9/25

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$228

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/1

1:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops9h 10m

San Diego

Mon 11/3

9:45 pm-7:50 am

1 stop7h 05m

$238

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/25

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

5:37 pm-10:03 am

1 stop13h 26m

$251

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/5

4:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San Diego

Sat 11/8

9:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop9h 00m

$257

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/13

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Sun 11/16

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$268

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-4:57 pm

2 stops13h 57m

San Diego

Thu 11/13

6:41 am-11:55 pm

2 stops14h 14m

$269

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/11

6:15 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 19m

San Diego

Tue 10/14

10:20 pm-8:49 am

1 stop7h 29m

$277

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/8

7:10 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 17m

San Diego

Tue 10/14

10:20 pm-8:49 am

1 stop7h 29m

$277

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/14

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Wed 1/7

1:33 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$279

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Durham to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to San Diego. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durham to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 2 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Durham to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 DU8 to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to San Diego. 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, 2025.

When flying from Durham to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durham to San Diego?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to San Diego flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways, and Delta from Durham to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Durham?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Durham to San Diego. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Diego from Durham; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Durham per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the San Diego airport from Durham. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this Durham to San Diego flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Durham to San Diego?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways and Southwest fly from Durham to San Diego in about 5h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 17m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2187 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durham to San Diego?

    While on average a flight from Durham to San Diego is generally $194, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $99. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - San Diego), you can expect to pay $216 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to San Diego 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 Durham to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to San Diego 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 Durham to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Durham to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Durham to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$147Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$183Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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