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$70+ Cheap flights from California to Durham, NC

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LAX — RDU
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$117
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$70
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$442
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Cheapest flights from California to Durham
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This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2610:35 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Tue 4/14:57 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop8h 46mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$117
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1512:59 amONT - RDU
1 stop12h 25mFrontier
Sat 4/195:20 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop9h 39mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$151
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.
Wed 3/2610:36 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop10h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/14:57 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop8h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$154
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1912:40 pmBUR - RDU
2 stops20h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/2610:58 amRDU - BUR
2 stops23h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$159
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/116:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 59mFrontier
Tue 4/155:25 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 49mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$170
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/55:00 amLAS - RDU
3 stops36h 29mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/129:34 pmRDU - LAS
2 stops28h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$176
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/98:18 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop21h 58mFrontier
Mon 4/1410:19 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop23h 59mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$179
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2012:32 pmLAX - RDU
2 stops20h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/259:53 pmRDU - LAX
2 stops20h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$180
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/611:40 pmLAX - RDU
2 stops17h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/98:33 amRDU - LAX
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$182
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/268:07 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/210:58 amRDU - SAN
2 stops23h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$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 3/183:35 pmSNA - RDU
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/2510:58 amRDU - SNA
2 stops25h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$184
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Tue 3/252:29 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops19h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/319:53 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops18h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$193

Find flights from California to Durham within your budget

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

Fly from

California

Fly to

Durham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/26

10:35 pm-8:51 am

1 stop7h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/1

4:57 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$117

OntarioRaleigh

ONT - RDU

ONTRDU

Ontario

Tue 4/15

12:59 am-4:24 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/19

5:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$151

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/26

10:36 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/1

4:57 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$154

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Fri 4/11

6:25 am-4:24 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/15

5:25 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 49m

$170

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/5

5:00 am-8:29 pm

3 stops36h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/12

9:34 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$176

BurbankRaleigh

BUR - RDU

BURRDU

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 3/18

7:58 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops13h 31m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/25

10:58 am-7:25 am

2 stops23h 27m

$178

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

8:18 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop21h 58m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/14

10:19 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop23h 59m

$179

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

12:32 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops20h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/25

9:53 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$180

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

11:40 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops17h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/9

8:33 am-3:08 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$182

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Wed 3/26

8:07 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops13h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/2

10:58 am-7:41 am

2 stops23h 43m

$183

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Best time to book a flight from California to Durham

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Travel insights for flights from California to Durham

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Durham (average of $206). Flying from California to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 CA to DU8?

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

When flying from California to Durham, 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 California to Durham

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

The most flights from USCA to DU8 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 Durham by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durham ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Durham when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Durham by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durham, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from California to Durham have to say. 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

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 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
4,411 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
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 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
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 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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  • How popular is this California to Durham flight route?

    Flights from California to Durham have been viewed 15 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Durham are Frontier ($70), Spirit Airlines ($74), and Breeze Airways ($116).

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Durham are Japan Airlines (81%), WestJet (80%) and American Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Durham?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $137. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $137 on average our data indicates $853 when flying from California to Durham.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Durham (average of $206). Flying from California to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 California to Durham

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Durham. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$151Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$206Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$225Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$308Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$411Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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