$138+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Durham
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $279 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $138 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $464 |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Durham
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to DurhamExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from San Francisco to Durham within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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.
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Price
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Wed 3/12
8:43 pm-9:53 am
1 stop10h 10m
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 3/17
4:45 pm-1:10 am
1 stop11h 25m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Thu 3/27
6:00 am-6:54 pm
1 stop9h 54m
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 3/31
5:20 pm-12:43 am
1 stop10h 23m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Wed 3/19
5:55 am-4:37 pm
1 stop7h 42m
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 3/24
6:09 pm-11:16 pm
1 stop8h 07m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Tue 3/18
12:25 am-11:58 am
1 stop8h 33m
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 3/24
7:23 pm-12:28 am
1 stop8h 05m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Fri 5/16
6:09 pm-10:48 am
1 stop13h 39m
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 5/19
8:47 pm-12:58 pm
1 stop19h 11m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Wed 3/19
5:40 am-5:55 pm
1 stop9h 15m
Raleigh-Durham
Tue 3/25
1:30 pm-10:15 pm
2 stops11h 45m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Tue 4/22
6:49 pm-6:00 am
1 stop8h 11m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 4/30
7:20 am-4:20 pm
2 stops12h 00m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Thu 8/7
11:59 pm-5:29 pm
1 stop14h 30m
Raleigh-Durham
Sun 8/10
4:30 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop9h 20m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Thu 3/13
9:15 pm-5:20 am
Nonstop5h 05m
Raleigh-Durham
Sun 3/16
6:23 am-9:37 am
Nonstop6h 14m
San FranciscoRaleigh
SFO - RDU
SFORDU
San Francisco
Wed 5/7
5:45 pm-6:00 am
1 stop9h 15m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Durham
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Durham
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Durham including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Durham?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Durham. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Durham may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Durham?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Durham (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to DU8?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Durham as you normally would.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Durham?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Durham. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Durham flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Durham, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Durham
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$145 | Average$239 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$511 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$242 | Average$405 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$299 | Average$565 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$488 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$314 | Average$353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$495 | Average$599 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |