Cheap flights from San Francisco to Raleigh
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from San Francisco to Raleigh and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $250 | Frontier1 stop11 hrThu, Jul 30 — Wed, Aug 5 | The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is currently $250 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $125 | Frontier1 stop10 hrWed, Aug 26 | The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is currently $125 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $349 | UnitedNonstop6 hrThu, Aug 6 — Wed, Aug 12 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is currently $349 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $390 | Frontier1 stop27 hrThu, Jun 25 — Mon, Jun 29 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from San Francisco to Raleigh is currently $390 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $498 | Frontier1 stop14 hrMon, Sep 14 — Sun, Sep 20 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is currently $498 |
| Fastest flight | 5 hr 13 min | The fastest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Raleigh takes 5 hr 13 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from San Francisco to Raleigh per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Raleigh is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
| October Cheapest | Typical prices: $200–380 |
|---|---|
| July Most expensive | Typical prices: $275–370 |
Popular airlines from San Francisco to Raleigh
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from San Francisco to Raleigh in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- UnitedNonstopfrom $349Typical price: $285–51018 weekly nonstop flightsSFO - RDUEvery day374 weekly connecting flightsSFO - RDUEvery day
- Americanfrom $369Typical price: $305–550470 weekly connecting flightsSFO - RDUEvery day
- Deltafrom $369Typical price: $305–640358 weekly connecting flightsSFO - RDUEvery day
- Southwestfrom $369Typical price: $305–520289 weekly connecting flightsSFO - RDUEvery day
- JetBluefrom $445Typical price: $370–99053 weekly connecting flightsSFO - RDUEvery day
- Alaskafrom $303Typical price: $405–93029 weekly connecting flightsSFO - RDUEvery day
Popular airports near San Francisco
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from San Francisco center and popularity with travelers.
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)San FranciscoUnited States19 min11 mi
- Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK)OaklandUnited States27 min11 mi
- Sacramento International Airport (SMF)SacramentoUnited States1 hr 33 min78 mi
- San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)San JoseUnited States51 min39 mi
Popular airports near Raleigh
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Raleigh center and popularity with travelers.
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)RaleighUnited States21 min11 mi
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)CharlotteUnited States2 hr 41 min135 mi
- Richmond International Airport (RIC)RichmondUnited States2 hr 34 min139 mi
- Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)GreensboroUnited States1 hr 27 min76 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Raleigh
The cheapest flights from San Francisco to Raleigh are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $200 to $380.
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Raleigh recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $250. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $125.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest United flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $349, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest American flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $369, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 6.
- The cheapest Delta flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $369, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 2.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $369, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 26.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $445, flying from Aug 28 to Sep 5.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $303, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Raleigh starts at $250 from Thu, Jul 30 to Wed, Aug 5. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $125 and departs on Wed, Aug 26.
5 hr 13 min is the shortest flight time from San Francisco to Raleigh.
Raleigh’s relatively moderate temperatures make it a year-round destination. Summers (Jun–Aug) are generally hot and humid. The North Carolina State Fair (Oct) offers rides, music and a flower and garden show. Winters (Dec–Feb) bring colder temperatures with the possibility of snow and sleet.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from San Francisco to Raleigh.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from San Francisco to Raleigh really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from San Francisco to Raleigh.
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 18 nonstop flights and 374 connecting flights per week. United flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 470 connecting flights per week. American flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
Other popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Raleigh are:
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 18 nonstop flights and 374 connecting flights per week. United flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 470 connecting flights per week. American flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
Other popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Raleigh are:
- Delta offers 358 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
- Southwest offers 289 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
- JetBlue offers 53 connecting flights per week. JetBlue flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
- Alaska offers 29 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Raleigh recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $250. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $125.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest United flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $349, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest American flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $369, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 6.
- The cheapest Delta flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $369, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 2.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $369, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 26.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $445, flying from Aug 28 to Sep 5.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from San Francisco to Raleigh is $303, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
United flies direct from San Francisco to Raleigh.
- There are 18 United direct flights from San Francisco to Raleigh per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between San Francisco and Raleigh at price $390 is offered by Frontier from Thu, Jun 25 to Mon, Jun 29.
United flies direct from San Francisco to Raleigh.
- There are 18 United direct flights from San Francisco to Raleigh per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from San Francisco to Raleigh on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between San Francisco and Raleigh start at $349 from Thu, Aug 6 to Wed, Aug 12 with United.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from San Francisco to Raleigh, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between San Francisco and Raleigh start at $498 from Mon, Sep 14 to Sun, Sep 20 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between San Francisco and Raleigh start at $250 from Thu, Jul 30 to Wed, Aug 5.
To book business class trips from San Francisco to Raleigh, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between San Francisco and Raleigh starts at $390 from Thu, Jun 25 to Mon, Jun 29 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between San Francisco and Raleigh at price $390 is offered by Frontier from Thu, Jun 25 to Mon, Jun 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Raleigh, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Popular trips from San Francisco
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
- Honolulu$311Oct 19 — Oct 271 stop9 hr 34 minAlaska
- New York$299Aug 2 — Aug 111 stop10 hr 40 minFrontier
- Los Angeles$70Sep 5 — Sep 12Nonstop1 hr 31 minFrontier
- Seattle$157Jul 18 — Jul 25Nonstop2 hr 10 minDelta
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