Durham

$109+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RDU
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Durham are usually found in September or August, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Friday

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 March 28, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$238
(Frontier)

One-way from

$109
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$450
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From San Diego to Durham
One-way flight from San Diego to Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 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 March 28, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/256:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Fri 5/25:28 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 46mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$238
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/176:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/215:36 pmRDU - SAN
2 stops16h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$250
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/259:31 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop10h 24mJetBlue
Tue 4/2911:50 amRDU - SAN
1 stop11h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 6/22:50 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Thu 6/54:00 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/222:30 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Sat 4/266:02 amRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/26$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 4/2411:00 amSAN - RDU
2 stops9h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/2610:43 amRDU - SAN
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$282
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 5/2912:48 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop5h 11mBreeze Airways
Sun 6/19:38 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 25mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/28$309
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/232:55 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops12h 05mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/307:20 amRDU - SAN
1 stop12h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$366
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Wed 4/236:15 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/237:15 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$371
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/23:45 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop11h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/87:35 amRDU - SAN
1 stop12h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$381
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/75:30 pmSAN - RDU
3 stops24h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/96:46 pmRDU - SAN
3 stops42h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$386

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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 March 28, 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

Fri 4/25

6:25 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/2

5:28 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 46m

$238

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 4/17

6:25 am-6:53 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/21

5:36 pm-7:34 am

2 stops16h 58m

$250

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Fri 4/25

9:31 pm-10:55 am

1 stop10h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/29

11:50 am-7:55 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$265

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Mon 6/2

2:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/5

4:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$272

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Tue 4/22

2:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/26

6:02 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 58m

$277

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 4/24

11:00 am-11:57 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/26

10:43 am-3:48 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$282

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Tue 5/13

12:48 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/22

9:38 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$298

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Wed 4/23

2:55 pm-6:00 am

2 stops12h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/30

7:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$366

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Wed 4/23

6:15 am-5:08 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/23

7:15 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$371

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Tue 9/2

3:45 pm-5:49 am

1 stop11h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/8

7:35 am-4:36 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$381

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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 March 21, 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 $300). 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 March 28, 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 Saturday 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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 0 outbound flights to Durham per day. 7 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 Breeze Airways ($109), Spirit Airlines ($116), and Frontier ($118).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $281 for a flight from San Diego to Durham. The cheapest flight overall is $169 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $250.

  • 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 $300). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Durham

Discover the top 7 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$167Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$194Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$206Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$347Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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