$138 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Raleigh (SFO-RDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $138 for one-way flights and $268 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Bargain Flight
Mon, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 16
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$268 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $268 found 19 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 16
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$271 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $271 found 19 hours ago
Bargain Flight
Mon, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 12
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$274 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $274 found 4 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$277 Roundtrip, just found
$277
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $277 just found
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 3
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$283 Roundtrip, just found
$283
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $283 just found
Bargain Flight
Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Sep 30
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$283 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $283 found 19 hours ago
United
Fri, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 11
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$284 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $284 found 19 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 22
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$285 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $285 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Sep 22
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$285 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $285 found 4 hours ago
Bargain Flight
Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 2
SFO
San Francisco
RDU
Raleigh
$287 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from San Francisco to Raleigh, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $287 found 8 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Raleigh (RDU)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $140 - $327 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$267
Distance
2394 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 9 mins

San Francisco to Raleigh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Raleigh

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Raleigh are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Raleigh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Raleigh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Raleigh: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Raleigh

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Raleigh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $138 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Raleigh flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Raleigh airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
You can land cheap return flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) starting from $289. Book your seat and start your adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on August 6 2025 and touching down at RDU. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to RDU?
To pick up a cheap fare, look for direct flights from SFO to RDU that depart in May. You can find a one-way United flight for $274 leaving on May 28 2026. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
When heading out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can jump on a direct flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to RDU?
With fares starting at $274 for a one-way journey from SFO to RDU, United is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on October 4 2025. Prices were last updated on July 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) only has 1 nonstop flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) per day. To explore more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Simply enter your travel details, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
More passengers fly between SFO and RDU at 9 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to RDU?
Fly on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 9:05AM UTC-8, departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be in the air for roughly 5h 10m, reaching Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) at approximately 5:15PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Flights from SFO to RDU have an average travel time of 5 hours and 10 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 2,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to RDU?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 82%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Raleigh from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you've booked a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh, Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from SFO to RDU often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your itinerary for the best chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to RDU flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SFO to RDU flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
If you booked your SFO to RDU flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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