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$65+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to California

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RDU — LAX
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Round-trip from

$140
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$65
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

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September

Average price

$456
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Cheapest flights from Durham to California
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
lun. 4/285:49 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
sam. 5/312:16 pmONT - RDU
1 stop25h 12mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$140
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mer. 3/1910:58 amRDU - BUR
2 stops23h 27mSpirit Airlines
mer. 3/266:13 pmBUR - RDU
2 stops15h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$162
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mer. 3/269:53 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops18h 41mSpirit Airlines
mer. 4/27:54 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops13h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$167
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
sam. 3/225:20 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
mer. 3/268:07 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
sam. 3/2210:16 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
jeu. 3/276:30 amLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$177
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mar. 3/189:34 pmRDU - LAX
2 stops21h 14mSpirit Airlines
jeu. 3/204:29 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$178
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mar. 3/119:34 pmRDU - LAS
2 stops27h 55mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/187:57 pmLAS - RDU
2 stops35h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
jeu. 3/207:44 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
mer. 3/2612:59 amLAS - RDU
1 stop14h 55mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$179
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lun. 4/285:49 pmRDU - SNA
1 stop20h 41mFrontier
jeu. 5/112:19 pmSNA - RDU
1 stop25h 09mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$180
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sam. 3/225:20 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
mer. 3/2612:48 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop27h 06mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$180
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mer. 5/79:37 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/1310:35 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$182
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dim. 3/167:44 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop22h 19mMultiple Airlines
mer. 3/197:54 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$192

Find flights from Durham to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to California 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 février 20, 2025.

Fly from

Durham

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 4/28

5:49 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 31m

Ontario

sam. 5/3

12:16 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop25h 12m

$140

RaleighBurbank

RDU - BUR

RDUBUR

Raleigh-Durham

mer. 3/19

10:58 am-7:25 am

2 stops23h 27m

Burbank Bob Hope

mer. 3/26

6:13 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops15h 16m

$162

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

mer. 3/26

9:53 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops18h 41m

San Jose

mer. 4/2

7:54 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$167

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

sam. 3/22

5:20 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 00m

San Diego

mer. 3/26

8:07 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops13h 22m

$175

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

sam. 3/22

10:16 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop24h 02m

Los Angeles

jeu. 3/27

6:30 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$177

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 3/18

9:34 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops21h 14m

Los Angeles

jeu. 3/20

4:29 pm-10:03 am

1 stop14h 34m

$178

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 3/11

9:34 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 3/18

7:57 pm-10:03 am

2 stops35h 06m

$178

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

jeu. 3/20

7:44 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mer. 3/26

12:59 am-6:54 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$179

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 4/28

5:49 pm-11:30 am

1 stop20h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jeu. 5/1

12:19 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$180

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

sam. 3/22

5:20 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 00m

San Diego

mer. 3/26

12:48 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop27h 06m

$180

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Travel insights for flights from Durham to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to California (average of $246). Flying from Durham to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated février 20, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Durham to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Durham to California. 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 février 20, 2025.

The most flights from DU8 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated février 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to California, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • How popular is this Durham to California flight route?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Durham to California are Frontier ($65), Spirit Airlines ($72), and Breeze Airways ($116).

  • What are the most popular routes from Durham to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Durham to California are Raleigh-Durham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Los Angeles and Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco.

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    On average you can expect to pay $930 for a flight from Durham to California. The cheapest flight overall is $155 while the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $123.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to California (average of $246). Flying from Durham to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 10 airlines flying from Durham to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Durham to California. 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$146Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$187Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$197Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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