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$63+ Cheap flights from California to Durham, NC

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RDU
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
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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 November 4, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/66:25 amLAS - RDU
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/95:20 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop9h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$148
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:40 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop21h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/105:30 amRDU - LAS
3 stops20h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/196:30 amONT - RDU
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Thu 11/2111:46 amRDU - ONT
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$168
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/712:18 pmLAS - RDU
2 stops19h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/105:30 amRDU - LAS
1 stop15h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$170
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/33:24 pmBUR - RDU
2 stops28h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/105:30 amRDU - BUR
2 stops30h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 11/2010:31 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Wed 2/191:00 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$174
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/111:48 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop23h 29mFrontier
Tue 12/172:24 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop12h 30mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/1712:46 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/208:39 amRDU - SAN
1 stop18h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$176
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 12/52:28 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop26h 08mFrontier
Sun 12/85:20 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop21h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 11/131:06 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 02mBreeze Airways
Wed 11/209:42 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 39mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/4$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/1810:31 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/209:42 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$179
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/45:25 amOAK - RDU
2 stops14h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/115:30 amRDU - OAK
2 stops30h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$179

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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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OntarioRaleigh

ONT - RDU

ONTRDU

Ontario

Thu 1/9

6:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$63

SacramentoRaleigh

SMF - RDU

SMFRDU

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/4

5:30 am-10:36 pm

2 stops14h 06m

$76

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 12/5

12:46 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$103

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/6

11:52 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops18h 16m

$124

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

8:40 pm-10:55 am

1 stop11h 15m

$125

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 12/4

9:25 pm-10:09 am

1 stop9h 44m

$138

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Sat 2/15

6:59 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$144

Las VegasRaleigh

LAS - RDU

LASRDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/13

9:19 am-7:36 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$84

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Mon 11/25

6:09 pm-10:57 am

1 stop13h 48m

$169

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Sun 11/17

8:49 pm-10:33 am

2 stops10h 44m

$174

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Best time to book a flight from California to Durham

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Durham from California with our price prediction graph.
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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 $288). 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 November 4, 2024.

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.

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 November 4, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, American Airlines and Delta from California to Durham have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.8

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
118 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.8

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.8

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.8

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.8

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,493 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.8

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Durham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from California to Durham for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Durham for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $128, but on average you can expect to pay $168.

  • Are there nonstop flights from California to Durham for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 9 direct flights from California to Durham under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Durham is less than $412.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from California to Durham for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Durham within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from California to Durham?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Monday, Friday.

  • How popular is this California to Durham flight route?

    Flights from California to Durham have been viewed 21 times in the past calendar month.

  • How many flights depart from California to Durham on average per day?

    Per day, 6 flights depart from California to Durham on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from California to Durham?

    Airlines like Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Breeze Airways fly from California to Durham in about 5h 02m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 27h 09m. California and Durham are separated by a distance of 2246 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 ($63), Spirit Airlines ($76), and Breeze Airways ($79).

  • 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 WestJet (100%), Delta (92%) and Virgin Atlantic (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Durham?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $99. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $150 on average our data indicates $876 when flying from California to Durham.

  • What does LAX to RDU mean?

    LAX stands for Los Angeles Airport, while RDU stands for Raleigh-Durham Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Greensboro/H. Point Airport (GSO), Fayetteville Airport (FAY), Lynchburg Preston-Glenn Field Airport (LYH), Pitt-Greenville Airport (PGV), Winston-Salem Smith-Reynolds Airport (INT).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Durham that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your California to Durham flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from California to Durham with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter California to Durham flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Durham that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from California to Durham offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from California to Durham?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on California to Durham flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the California to Durham flight deals updated?

    The California to Durham flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • 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 $288). 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$133Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$134Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$190Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$310Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$429Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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