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$71+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SFO
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/114:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop18h 01mFrontier
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:05 pmRDU - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3011:20 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$289
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:10 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/54:42 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$296
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Wed 12/3111:20 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:45 amRDU - SFO
Nonstop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/88:30 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$299
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:10 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/610:13 amSFO - RDU
1 stop28h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$307
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sun 12/146:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 18mFrontier
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:20 amRDU - SFO
Nonstop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2611:20 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$311
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:26 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop16h 27mFrontier
Mon 12/86:30 amSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/74:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop18h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/64:48 pmSFO - TYS
2 stops46h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/178:14 pmRDU - SFO
2 stops38h 34mFrontier
Wed 12/3111:20 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/227:30 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Tue 1/66:30 pmSFO - RDU
2 stops12h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/2$322

Find flight deals from North Carolina to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$71
(WAYA)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$419

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to San Francisco that are best for you.

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NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Wed 2/25

6:30 am-1:25 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

9:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop9h 10m

$165

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/26

4:30 pm-12:28 am

1 stop10h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

6:15 am-3:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$167

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/8

4:23 pm-12:24 am

1 stop11h 01m

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

6:15 am-7:23 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$182

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Thu 1/22

3:41 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop8h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

6:37 am-6:36 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$209

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Thu 2/19

3:24 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:59 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$209

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Thu 1/8

5:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-6:36 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$214

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Fri 1/23

12:19 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop11h 06m

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-6:36 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$215

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Tue 1/27

12:40 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

8:20 am-10:15 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$219

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Sat 1/10

7:32 am-10:34 pm

1 stop18h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$221

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 1/21

4:41 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 31m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

9:10 am-10:47 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$222

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from North Carolina with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $106). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in December 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 NC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from North Carolina to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North Carolina to San Francisco?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina to San Francisco. 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 December 4, 2025.

The most flights from USNC to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this North Carolina to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from North Carolina to San Francisco was viewed by 33 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from North Carolina to San Francisco in 8h 56m. Fly via Southwest, Frontier, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from North Carolina to San Francisco is about 2512 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 North Carolina to San Francisco one-way?

    $73 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $82 and $103, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to San Francisco?

    The most popular flight routes from North Carolina to San Francisco are Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco, Charlotte Douglas - San Francisco and Greensboro/H. Point - San Francisco.

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

    Consider United Airlines (90%), Virgin Australia (87%) or Air New Zealand (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from North Carolina to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North Carolina to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from North Carolina to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,121, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $188. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco), is priced around $180.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to San Francisco?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $106). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in December 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 North Carolina to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$141Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$202Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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