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$125+ 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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SFO
Nov 1 — Nov 81
Sat 11/1
Sat 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$235
(Frontier)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$403
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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 October 2, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:51 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops18h 41mFrontier
Mon 10/2712:35 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops17h 58mFrontier
Deal found 10/1$235
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2310:50 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops15h 42mFrontier
Sun 10/2612:27 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops17h 25mFrontier
Deal found 10/1$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 10/295:27 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Tue 11/46:35 amSJC - RDU
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/1$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/295:00 pmRDU - OAK
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Wed 11/55:45 amOAK - RDU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/1$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/294:17 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/48:45 amSJC - RDU
2 stops11h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/236:30 pmRDU - SFO
Nonstop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/257:30 amSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/235:39 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
Sun 10/266:34 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
Deal found 9/30$290
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/124:45 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 14mJetBlue
Sat 11/159:22 amSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 10/1$291
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:53 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop13h 22mJetBlue
Wed 10/298:00 amSFO - RDU
1 stop11h 06mJetBlue
Deal found 10/2$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 10/2411:50 amRDU - SFO
2 stops36h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/304:06 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop15h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/30$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Sat 11/155:41 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Tue 11/1811:40 amSJC - RDU
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Deal found 10/2$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 11/410:33 amRDU - SFO
2 stops13h 49mFrontier
Sat 11/810:23 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop21h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/29$294

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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 October 2, 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 Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/24

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop5h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

1:35 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

$289

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/12

1:00 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop13h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

9:59 pm-10:08 am

1 stop9h 09m

$291

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/4

6:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 11/7

9:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop9h 05m

$295

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/15

6:30 am-9:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

8:25 am-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$299

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/16

7:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

5:50 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$300

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/12

3:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

5:50 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$305

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/11

3:05 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Jose

Sat 11/15

6:25 am-6:03 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$308

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/10

7:08 pm-12:13 am

1 stop8h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

8:15 am-6:03 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$309

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/8

5:39 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

10:30 am-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$309

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/2

5:44 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$309

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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 $357). 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 October 2, 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 October 2, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to zzXIH are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 October 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area, 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
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,933 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
11,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
3,155 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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 from for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    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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    Departing from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area will take you 5h 45m. Raleigh and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 2393 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 to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $140 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $145 and United Airlines from $159 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area are Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco, Raleigh-Durham - San Jose and Raleigh-Durham - Oakland.

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area on time: Virgin Australia (90%), Air New Zealand (90%), United Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

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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 $357). 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 October 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$141Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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