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$64+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to San Diego (RDU - SAN)

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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SAN
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$64
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$248 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop25h 39mFrontier
Sun 11/96:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Deal found 10/11$211
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 11/209:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/46:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$213
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 11/209:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/41:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/13$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:10 amRDU - SAN
2 stops18h 29mFrontier
Fri 11/147:27 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop24h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 12/169:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/107:15 amSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:04 pmRDU - SAN
2 stops21h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/71:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$222
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 11/135:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/161:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$223
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/79:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/141:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/12$224
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 12/119:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mBreeze Airways
Tue 12/161:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/13$228
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 11/135:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Sun 11/166:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$229
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/35:21 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop21h 46mFrontier
Wed 12/32:28 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop22h 57mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$231

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Raleigh

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

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$268

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/2

6:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Sat 12/6

9:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop9h 00m

$277

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/10

6:56 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Sat 12/13

12:24 pm-12:18 am

1 stop8h 54m

$277

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/26

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Sun 11/2

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$278

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/12

1:40 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops10h 30m

San Diego

Wed 11/19

9:55 am-10:25 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$284

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/13

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Thu 11/20

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$288

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 11/21

6:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San Diego

Tue 11/25

9:13 pm-8:00 am

1 stop7h 47m

$295

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

San Diego

Sun 11/16

9:05 pm-10:08 am

1 stop10h 03m

$295

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/12

2:47 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop12h 00m

San Diego

Sun 11/16

7:50 am-5:56 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$307

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 12/6

7:15 am-2:12 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Diego

Mon 12/15

10:15 pm-9:52 am

1 stop8h 37m

$307

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/14

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to San Diego

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 Raleigh to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to San Diego, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Diego (average of $139). Flying from Raleigh to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 RDU to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 October 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh 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 October 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Raleigh to San Diego. 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,972 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,039 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,137 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $268, Breeze Airways can have you in San Diego from Raleigh in 5h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2187 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($131), JetBlue ($147), and Breeze Airways ($198) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to San Diego. Frontier is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to San Diego? While on average our users pay $208, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Diego), is priced around $202.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Raleigh to San Diego?

    Raleigh to San Diego flights have a layover in Charlotte most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and Mint Museum Uptown are currently the most popular points of interest in Charlotte at the moment. Carowind, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and Mint Museum Uptown are located about 8.2 mi, 5.7 mi, and 5.4 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $45 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Raleigh to San Diego flights?

    Of the flights from Raleigh to San Diego that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Denver.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Diego (average of $139). Flying from Raleigh to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 Raleigh to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to San Diego. 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$131Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$147Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$195Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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