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$92+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to California

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RDU — LAX
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheap flight deals from Durham to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$92
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$426
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From Durham to California
One-way flight from Durham to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Durham to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:50 amRDU - LAX
1 stop9h 58mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/113:50 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop14h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/39:37 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mBreeze Airways
Sat 5/1012:55 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 03mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/31$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 6/157:30 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop4h 47mFrontier
Tue 6/2410:34 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 26mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/307:50 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop4h 55mSouthwest
Wed 5/79:55 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$207
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/161:46 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2310:25 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/25:28 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1012:55 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2712:50 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/282:46 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 7/71:28 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/107:25 amLAS - RDU
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$232
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/121:46 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/155:00 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop13h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/2210:01 amRDU - LAX
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Sun 4/276:15 amLAX - RDU
1 stop7h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:00 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop5h 05mDelta
Tue 5/610:00 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/1$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/215:35 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sun 4/2712:59 amONT - RDU
1 stop12h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$238

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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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to California that are best for you.

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Durham

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/8

8:50 am-3:48 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

3:50 pm-9:12 am

1 stop14h 22m

$198

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

9:37 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

12:55 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$199

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/15

7:30 am-9:17 am

Nonstop4h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/24

10:34 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 26m

$205

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/30

7:50 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/7

9:55 pm-8:15 am

1 stop7h 20m

$207

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/16

1:46 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/23

10:25 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$208

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/2

5:28 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 02m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

12:55 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$211

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/27

12:50 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/28

2:46 pm-12:51 am

1 stop7h 05m

$217

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/7

1:28 pm-5:41 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/10

7:25 am-5:08 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$232

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/12

1:46 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/15

5:00 pm-9:12 am

1 stop13h 12m

$236

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/1

7:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/6

10:00 pm-5:13 am

Nonstop4h 13m

$237

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Best time to book a flight 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 April 1, 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.

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 April 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to California, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Durham to California flight route?

  • 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 ($92), Southwest ($99), and Spirit Airlines ($102).

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to California?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Durham to California on time: LATAM Airlines (99%), Delta (96%), Virgin Atlantic (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durham to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,809 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 $169.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durham to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durham to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to California 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 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$126Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$147Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$161Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$176Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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