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$127+ 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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RDU
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Durham are usually found in January or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Durham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Durham (DU8). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$230
(Frontier)

One-way from

$127
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$370
From San Francisco to Durham
One-way flight from San Francisco to Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Durham
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 January 21, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/36:05 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Mon 2/105:20 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 49mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$230
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1210:40 amSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 45mJetBlue
Tue 2/259:55 amRDU - SFO
1 stop12h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 1/19$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1312:40 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sun 2/167:20 amRDU - SFO
1 stop11h 27mDelta
Deal found 1/21$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/47:00 amSFO - RDU
1 stop30h 25mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/105:25 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$279
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/58:20 amSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/225:20 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 2/87:11 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/124:19 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/310:55 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/156:19 pmRDU - SFO
Nonstop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2110:20 amSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Tue 2/257:00 amRDU - SFO
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$331
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1911:59 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop14h 12mSun Country Air
Sun 6/224:30 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop18h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/20$378

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 January 21, 2025.

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San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

6:05 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/10

5:20 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 49m

$230

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

10:40 am-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/3

4:40 pm-1:11 am

1 stop11h 31m

$263

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

12:40 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/17

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$277

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/10

5:25 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$279

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

8:20 am-7:29 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/22

5:20 pm-12:43 am

1 stop10h 23m

$280

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

1:51 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/12

6:59 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$281

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

9:10 am-5:20 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/18

6:15 am-9:29 am

Nonstop6h 14m

$289

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

10:20 am-11:05 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/25

7:00 am-2:50 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$331

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Thu 6/19

11:59 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop14h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/22

4:30 pm-8:08 am

1 stop18h 38m

$378

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$127

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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 January 17, 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 62 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 January 21, 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Durham

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to DU8 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Durham, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Delta and JetBlue. 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.
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
3,200 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Durham?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Durham. On average, San Francisco has 3 outbound flights to Durham per day from 7 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $127. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Durham for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Durham?

    Consider United Airlines (93%), Virgin Australia (92%) or Air New Zealand (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Durham.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Durham? While on average our users pay $808, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $228. The most popular route (San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $196.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 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.

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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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$145Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$281Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$314Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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