Durham

$88+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Durham, NC

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SAN — RDU
abr. 22 — abr. 291
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Durham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated abril 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$88
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$355
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From San Diego to Durham
One-way flight from San Diego to Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 5/61:23 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop24h 24mFrontier
mié. 5/145:37 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop29h 17mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
lun. 5/126:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/175:49 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
mar. 6/38:00 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 52mDelta
sáb. 6/712:25 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/15$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jue. 5/156:15 amSAN - RDU
2 stops23h 57mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/1910:17 amRDU - SAN
2 stops23h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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. 5/112:48 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop5h 11mBreeze Airways
mar. 5/69:38 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 25mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/16$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jue. 5/159:30 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
lun. 5/195:30 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$310
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/236:05 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop14h 05mSun Country Air
jue. 5/16:25 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop25h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$345
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/35:26 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop9h 34mAlaska Airlines
mar. 5/67:20 amRDU - SAN
1 stop12h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$352
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
lun. 5/122:50 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
sáb. 5/171:40 pmRDU - SAN
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$361
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/38:20 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop9h 40mJetBlue
mar. 5/69:48 amRDU - SAN
1 stop12h 27mJetBlue
Deal found 4/16$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
vie. 6/201:00 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
dom. 6/226:57 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$467

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Durham that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Durham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

mar. 5/6

1:23 pm-4:47 pm

1 stop24h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 5/14

5:37 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop29h 17m

$181

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

lun. 5/12

6:25 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 5/17

5:49 pm-4:51 pm

1 stop26h 02m

$268

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

mar. 6/3

8:00 am-5:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 6/7

12:25 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$277

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

jue. 5/15

6:15 am-9:12 am

2 stops23h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 5/19

10:17 am-7:13 am

2 stops23h 56m

$295

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

jue. 5/1

12:48 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 5/6

9:38 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$301

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

jue. 5/15

9:30 pm-9:29 am

1 stop8h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 5/19

5:30 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$310

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

mié. 9/10

3:45 pm-5:49 am

1 stop11h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 9/16

7:35 am-9:19 pm

2 stops16h 44m

$345

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

lun. 5/12

2:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 5/17

1:40 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$361

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

dom. 7/13

8:54 am-4:59 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 7/18

5:59 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop26h 02m

$405

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

dom. 6/15

9:13 pm-9:05 am

1 stop8h 52m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 6/22

6:57 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$422

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Durham

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Durham

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Durham. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Durham is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Durham (average of $206). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 17, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Durham. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Durham flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Diego to Durham to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

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

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

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

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

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

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

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

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

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

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Durham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Durham?

    For a flight from San Diego to Durham, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 1 outbound flight to Durham per day. 8 airlines have flights to Durham from San Diego on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Durham flight route?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Durham are Frontier ($88), Breeze Airways ($102), and Alaska Airlines ($138).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Durham?

    On average you can expect to pay $266 for a flight from San Diego to Durham. The cheapest flight overall is $122 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $218.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Durham?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Durham?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Durham (average of $206). Flying from San Diego 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Durham

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$159Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$190Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$206Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$306Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$347Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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