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$65+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to California

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RDU — LAX
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Round-trip from

$150
(Frontier)

One-way from

$65
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$456

Good round-trip deal

$287 or less

Good one-way deal

$126 or less
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This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/155:25 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop9h 34mFrontier
Thu 4/178:29 amONT - RDU
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$150
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/269:53 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops18h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/27:54 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops13h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$167
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.
Sat 3/2210:16 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Thu 3/276:30 amLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$177
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/207:44 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/258:07 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$177
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/189:34 pmRDU - LAX
2 stops21h 14mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/204:29 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$178
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.
Tue 3/119:34 pmRDU - LAS
2 stops27h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 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.
Sat 3/225:20 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Wed 3/2612:48 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop27h 06mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$180
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/79:37 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1310:35 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$182
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/45:28 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Tue 5/611:00 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$183
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2210:01 amRDU - LAS
1 stop15h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/2410:26 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop17h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$188
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.
Sun 3/167:44 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop22h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/197:54 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$192
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:00 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop5h 05mDelta
Thu 4/2410:20 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 13mDelta
Deal found 2/20$197

Find flights from Raleigh to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 February 21, 2025.

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOntario

RDU - ONT

RDUONT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/15

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Ontario

Thu 4/17

8:29 am-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$150

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

9:53 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops18h 41m

San Jose

Wed 4/2

7:54 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$167

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/20

7:44 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 36m

San Diego

Tue 3/25

8:07 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops13h 22m

$177

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/22

10:16 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop24h 02m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

6:30 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$177

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

9:34 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops21h 14m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

4:29 pm-10:03 am

1 stop14h 34m

$178

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/11

9:34 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/18

7:57 pm-10:03 am

2 stops35h 06m

$178

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/22

5:20 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 00m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

12:48 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop27h 06m

$180

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/7

9:37 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

10:35 pm-10:45 am

1 stop9h 10m

$182

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

5:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/6

11:00 pm-9:22 am

1 stop7h 22m

$183

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/22

10:01 am-10:49 pm

1 stop15h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/24

10:26 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop17h 12m

$188

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Raleigh to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to California (average of $246). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 February 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh 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 February 21, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 February 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to California, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,213 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
2,316 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to California?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Raleigh.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 21 users have taken a look at flights from Raleigh-Durham to California.

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

    $65 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways, with prices starting from $72 and $119, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Raleigh to California consider Raleigh-Durham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Los Angeles or Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Raleigh to California consider choosing Virgin Atlantic (92%), American Airlines (91%) or Alaska Airlines (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $930 for a flight from Raleigh 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.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to California (average of $246). Flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 February 21, 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$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$197Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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