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$126+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Raleigh (SJC - RDU)

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.
SJC — RDU
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in August or September, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$280
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$126
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$461
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Raleigh-Durham flight deals.
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From San Jose to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from San Jose to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Tue 4/2211:07 amSJC - RDU
2 stops27h 44mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/255:36 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops19h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 5/246:30 amSJC - RDU
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Sat 5/315:20 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/2$287
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 5/222:33 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Thu 5/297:30 amRDU - SJC
1 stop9h 13mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/1312:48 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/205:02 amRDU - SJC
2 stops9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$312
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 5/96:00 amSJC - RDU
2 stops25h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/121:46 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$316
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 5/25:56 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop9h 04mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/97:20 amRDU - SJC
1 stop31h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/2$374
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/29:35 amSJC - RDU
1 stop11h 35mSouthwest
Fri 5/94:15 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/2$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/86:45 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops11h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/136:10 amRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$430
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/245:56 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop9h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/307:20 amRDU - SJC
1 stop10h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/2$607

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Raleigh that are best for you.

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San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Tue 4/22

11:07 am-5:51 pm

2 stops27h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/25

5:36 pm-10:12 am

2 stops19h 36m

$280

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 5/24

6:25 am-7:02 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/29

6:35 am-12:57 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$287

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 5/22

2:33 pm-6:00 am

1 stop12h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/30

7:30 am-1:43 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$298

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Tue 5/13

12:48 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/20

5:02 am-11:58 am

2 stops9h 56m

$312

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-10:48 am

2 stops25h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/12

1:46 pm-10:05 am

2 stops23h 19m

$316

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 5/2

5:56 pm-6:00 am

1 stop9h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/9

7:20 am-12:01 pm

1 stop31h 41m

$374

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 5/2

9:35 am-12:10 am

1 stop11h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/9

4:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$390

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 5/8

6:45 pm-9:29 am

2 stops11h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

6:10 am-12:03 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$430

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 4/24

5:56 pm-6:00 am

1 stop9h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/30

7:20 am-2:46 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$607

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sun 5/4

12:20 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop25h 08m

$126

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose to Raleigh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Raleigh in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Jose-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Raleigh

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Jose to Raleigh is 56 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 Jose to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from San Jose to Raleigh 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 SJC to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Raleigh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Raleigh?

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

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

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh 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 Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Jose to Raleigh. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Raleigh round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $280. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $287 and $298, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Raleigh one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. Alaska Airlines flights start at $153 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $154 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Raleigh that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Raleigh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Raleigh 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 Jose to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from San Jose to Raleigh 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 5 airlines flying from San Jose to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Raleigh. 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 April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$225Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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