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$145+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to San Francisco (SFO)

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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SFO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from Durham to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Durham to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sat 12/205:55 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2010:37 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop12h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$299
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/317:36 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Mon 1/56:24 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$328
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sat 12/205:55 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 18mFrontier
Sun 1/411:20 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$338
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/205:55 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 18mFrontier
Thu 1/86:05 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$342
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:55 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 18mFrontier
Fri 1/211:20 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$346
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/216:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Fri 12/2611:20 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$367
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/216:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Sun 1/411:20 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$382
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/237:36 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Tue 12/304:07 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop23h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$383
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/216:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Sat 1/311:25 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/246:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop12h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:00 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/236:20 amRDU - SFO
Nonstop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/611:59 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$404

Find flight deals from Durham to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$145
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$419
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Durham to San Francisco
One-way flight from Durham to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to San Francisco 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Durham

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/13

6:15 am-8:57 am

Nonstop5h 42m

San Francisco

Wed 6/24

8:47 pm-5:04 am

Nonstop5h 17m

$289

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/4

8:45 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

7:10 am-3:14 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$289

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/16

4:33 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

9:45 pm-9:34 am

1 stop8h 49m

$299

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

5:30 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 6/1

8:47 pm-5:04 am

Nonstop5h 17m

$299

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/27

7:04 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops21h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

7:40 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop19h 24m

$301

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/21

7:36 am-1:43 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

10:30 am-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$305

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/8

7:36 am-1:38 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

10:35 am-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$305

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/25

7:36 am-2:40 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

10:30 am-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$305

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/12

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

10:50 pm-8:53 am

1 stop7h 03m

$307

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/26

7:00 am-3:51 pm

1 stop11h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

5:45 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 55m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durham to San Francisco

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durham to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 59 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 Durham to San Francisco?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San Francisco (average of $146). Flying from Durham to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

When flying from Durham to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 56% versus a flight in the evening.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to San Francisco, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Durham. Booking flights from Durham to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily inbound flights from Durham from 6 different airlines.

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

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

    United Airlines can get you from Durham to San Francisco in just under 5h 42m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Durham and San Francisco is about 2393 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $82. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Durham to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Durham to San Francisco consider choosing United Airlines (90%), Virgin Australia (86%) or Air New Zealand (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Durham to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,099, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco), is priced around $223.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Durham to San Francisco?

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San Francisco (average of $146). Flying from Durham to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 Durham to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Durham to San Francisco. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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