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$144+ 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 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RDU
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Durham are usually found in January or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 November 21, 2024.

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$144
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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 November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/1112:25 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Tue 12/176:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/21$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:34 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop23h 40mFrontier
Fri 1/39:39 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/119:25 amSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/186:30 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$299
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/1011:44 amSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 22mJetBlue
Wed 12/116:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 11/20$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/3112:17 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/97:10 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/137:00 amSFO - RDU
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Thu 12/195:05 amRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$342
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/138:22 pmSFO - RDU
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/186:14 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$416
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/316:00 amSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 48mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/18:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$517

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

12:25 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/17

6:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$276

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Tue 12/24

2:34 pm-5:14 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/3

9:39 pm-8:09 am

1 stop13h 30m

$277

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Sat 12/14

10:45 pm-6:49 am

Nonstop5h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/19

6:33 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop6h 11m

$289

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

8:20 am-4:25 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/12

5:25 pm-8:00 am

2 stops17h 35m

$295

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

10:45 am-11:51 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/2

7:15 am-3:06 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$296

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

12:27 am-10:28 am

1 stop7h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/14

3:44 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$308

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Fri 12/13

7:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/19

5:05 am-9:45 am

1 stop7h 40m

$342

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Fri 12/13

8:22 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/18

6:14 pm-12:21 am

1 stop9h 07m

$416

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Fri 11/29

6:00 am-8:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$144

San FranciscoRaleigh

SFO - RDU

SFORDU

San Francisco

Mon 12/16

12:25 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 28m

$154

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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 November 15, 2024.

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 $287). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Durham flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to DU8 are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 November 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Durham, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Frontier and United 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 5 outbound flights to Durham per day from 8 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?

    The San Francisco to Durham flight path was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 $144. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, 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 (85%), Virgin Australia (83%) or Air New Zealand (83%) 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 $662, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $276. The most popular route (San Francisco - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $190.

  • 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 $287). 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 Francisco to Durham

Discover the top 8 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$145Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$190Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$245Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$281Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$314Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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