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$103+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SFO
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sat 8/16
Sat 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area

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Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$103
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$389
From Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2025.

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 9/237:01 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3012:45 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/9$251
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/511:45 amRDU - OAK
2 stops14h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/132:39 pmOAK - RDU
2 stops14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$259
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.
Fri 9/511:41 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/912:45 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/10$269
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.
Thu 9/412:09 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/96:00 amSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/10$274
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:10 pmRDU - OAK
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/132:39 pmOAK - RDU
2 stops14h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$277
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/83:15 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Wed 10/151:19 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 8/9$277
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 8/128:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop29h 25mFrontier
Sat 9/1311:00 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop20h 50mFrontier
Deal found 8/8$278
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:30 amRDU - SFO
1 stop16h 53mFrontier
Fri 11/146:00 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Deal found 8/9$280
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.
Tue 9/161:35 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Sun 9/219:05 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$281
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:45 amRDU - SJC
1 stop9h 52mDelta
Tue 9/912:30 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Deal found 8/10$282
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/91:47 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 56mJetBlue
Mon 9/157:10 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 8/10$283
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:15 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:59 pmSFO - RDU
2 stops12h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/9$285

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/23

7:01 am-12:39 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Jose

Tue 9/30

12:45 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$251

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/5

11:45 am-11:32 pm

2 stops14h 47m

Oakland

Sat 9/13

2:39 pm-8:28 am

2 stops14h 49m

$259

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/5

11:41 am-4:41 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Jose

Tue 9/9

12:45 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$269

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/4

12:09 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops9h 26m

San Jose

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$274

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/5

6:10 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 54m

Oakland

Sat 9/13

2:39 pm-8:28 am

2 stops14h 49m

$277

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/8

3:15 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop8h 11m

San Jose

Wed 10/15

1:19 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 50m

$277

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/21

5:32 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

6:26 am-4:37 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$278

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/8

7:30 am-9:23 pm

1 stop16h 53m

San Francisco

Fri 11/14

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$280

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

1:35 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

9:05 pm-7:45 am

1 stop7h 40m

$281

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/4

7:45 am-2:37 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Jose

Tue 9/9

12:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$282

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 RDU to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated August 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area, 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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,640 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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    Most people fly from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) if they book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. 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
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$141Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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