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$149+ 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SFO
Apr 28 — Mai 51
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to San Francisco are usually found in July or May, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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 März 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mi 4/291:25 pm
RDU
-
SFO
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Sa 5/211:05 am
SFO
-
RDU
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Di 4/1410:00 am
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop16h 25m
Frontier
Di 4/2110:38 pm
SFO
-
RDU
2 stops15h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 4/285:48 pm
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop8h 13m
Alaska Airlines
So 5/37:15 am
SFO
-
RDU
1 stop7h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Di 4/286:00 am
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Mi 5/612:52 pm
SFO
-
RDU
2 stops17h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$279
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Do 4/96:47 pm
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop8h 41m
Frontier
Di 4/1410:38 pm
SFO
-
RDU
1 stop13h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 5/1212:54 pm
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Do 5/2112:52 pm
SFO
-
RDU
1 stop19h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sa 5/26:16 am
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop14h 18m
Frontier
Fr 5/155:25 pm
SFO
-
RDU
2 stops15h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mi 4/296:00 am
RDU
-
SFO
2 stops18h 39m
Frontier
Mi 5/1311:59 pm
SFO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$283
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Do 4/26:47 pm
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop8h 36m
Frontier
Mo 4/610:03 pm
SFO
-
RDU
1 stop13h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$285
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mi 4/296:00 am
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Do 5/711:59 pm
SFO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sa 4/259:49 pm
RDU
-
SFO
2 stops16h 01m
Frontier
Mo 5/410:38 pm
SFO
-
RDU
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Do 4/169:49 pm
RDU
-
SFO
1 stop14h 24m
Frontier
Mo 4/2010:38 pm
SFO
-
RDU
2 stops15h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$288

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 März 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$276
(Southwest)

One-way from

$149
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$463
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. 7% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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 März 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Mi 5/6

1:25 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San Francisco

Sa 5/9

11:05 am-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$276
Quickest round-trip

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Fr 5/22

6:35 am-9:17 am

Nonstop5h 42m

San Francisco

So 5/31

11:59 pm-8:21 am

Nonstop5h 22m

$349

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Fr 5/8

4:26 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

San Francisco

So 5/10

7:00 am-3:18 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

$349

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

So 4/26

6:05 am-9:09 am

Nonstop6h 04m

San Francisco

So 5/3

10:42 pm-7:08 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$349

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sa 5/2

6:35 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

San Francisco

Mi 5/6

5:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$352

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Di 5/5

1:25 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San Francisco

Sa 5/9

11:05 am-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$366

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Mo 7/13

5:40 pm-12:30 am

2 stops9h 50m

San Francisco

Mo 7/20

10:10 am-1:00 am

1 stop11h 50m

$380

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sa 5/23

4:22 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 34m

San Francisco

So 5/31

11:59 pm-8:21 am

Nonstop5h 22m

$385

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Mo 8/3

10:05 am-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 10m

San Francisco

Mo 8/10

7:45 pm-9:50 am

2 stops11h 05m

$404

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Mi 5/27

6:35 am-9:17 am

Nonstop5h 42m

San Francisco

Sa 6/6

5:05 am-5:27 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$413

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to San Francisco

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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 March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durham to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 38 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 $152). Flying from Durham to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 März 29, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Durham to San Francisco?

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 März 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to San Francisco, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Durham?

    Located just 11.0 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 0 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?

    Southwest and United Airlines can get you from Durham to San Francisco in just under 5h 42m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 58m. The distance between Durham and San Francisco is about 2393 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and JetBlue, 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 (91%), Virgin Australia (83%) or Air New Zealand (83%) 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 $1,205, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco), is priced around $204.

  • 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 $152). Flying from Durham to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 März 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$119Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$262Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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