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$88+ Cheap flights from California to Durham, NC

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LAX — RDU
abr. 27 — may. 41
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Cheap flight deals from California to Durham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated abril 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$88
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$428
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From California to Durham
One-way flight from California to Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from California to Durham

Cheapest flights from California to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 6/410:34 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 26mFrontier
dom. 6/87:30 amRDU - LAS
Nonstop4h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
jue. 6/52:35 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop12h 25mFrontier
lun. 6/97:30 amRDU - SJC
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/20$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 5/223:29 pmSNA - RDU
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
jue. 5/297:30 amRDU - SNA
1 stop13h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 6/55:17 pmONT - RDU
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
vie. 6/65:23 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$198
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
vie. 6/1310:34 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
mar. 6/1710:45 amRDU - LAS
1 stop14h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
dom. 5/44:59 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop14h 24mFrontier
mié. 5/75:37 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
jue. 5/297:45 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/319:47 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
lun. 6/3011:45 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/811:18 amRDU - LAS
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$217
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dom. 5/1811:56 amSMF - RDU
1 stop25h 32mFrontier
dom. 5/257:30 amRDU - SMF
1 stop13h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$220
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jue. 6/512:05 pmBUR - RDU
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/97:30 amRDU - BUR
1 stop15h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 6/55:25 pmLAS - RDU
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
mar. 6/105:50 pmRDU - LAS
Nonstop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$227
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 5/1412:33 amLAS - RDU
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/191:46 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$244

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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 abril 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Durham that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Durham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 6/4

10:34 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 26m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 6/8

7:30 am-9:17 am

Nonstop4h 47m

$161

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

jue. 6/5

2:35 pm-6:00 am

1 stop12h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 6/9

7:30 am-1:40 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$198

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jue. 5/22

3:29 pm-6:00 am

1 stop11h 31m

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 5/29

7:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$198

OntarioRaleigh

ONT - RDU

ONTRDU

Ontario

jue. 6/5

5:17 pm-6:00 am

1 stop9h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 6/6

5:23 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$198

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 6/13

10:34 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 26m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 6/17

10:45 am-9:49 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$207

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

dom. 5/4

4:59 pm-10:23 am

1 stop14h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 5/7

5:37 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 53m

$208

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

jue. 5/29

7:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 5/31

9:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

$211

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 6/30

11:45 pm-11:57 am

1 stop9h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 7/8

11:18 am-4:30 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$217

SacramentoRaleigh

SMF - RDU

SMFRDU

Sacramento Intl

dom. 5/18

11:56 am-4:28 pm

1 stop25h 32m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 5/25

7:30 am-6:07 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$220

BurbankRaleigh

BUR - RDU

BURRDU

Burbank Bob Hope

jue. 6/5

12:05 pm-6:00 am

1 stop14h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 6/9

7:30 am-7:41 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$224

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/22

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Best time to book a flight from California to Durham

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Durham

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 $295). 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 abril 22, 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 abril 22, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to DU8 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 abril 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from California to Durham have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

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!

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

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!

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

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!

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

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

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

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!

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

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 California to Durham flight route?

  • 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 ($88), Breeze Airways ($99), and Alaska Airlines ($107).

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Durham are American Airlines (85%), Japan Airlines (85%) and Alaska Airlines (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Durham?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $101. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $224 on average our data indicates $712 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.

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

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

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

    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 $295). 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 abril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$149Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$189Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$206Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$306Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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