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$140+ 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — RDU
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
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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 January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$140
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

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August

Average price

$423
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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 January 30, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 5/1512:04 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/198:43 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops23h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$278
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 3/67:54 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops13h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/129:34 pmRDU - SJC
3 stops24h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/185:45 amSJC - RDU
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Wed 3/266:45 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Deal found 1/29$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Thu 3/201:40 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Mon 3/315:45 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/1812:15 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/222:44 pmRDU - SJC
2 stops9h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/76:27 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/96:05 amRDU - SJC
2 stops14h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$538
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 4/1112:15 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop9h 18mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/1611:45 amRDU - SJC
2 stops14h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/30$592

Find flights from San Jose to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Raleigh 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 30, 2025.

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San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 5/15

12:04 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop25h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/19

8:43 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops23h 03m

$278

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 3/6

7:54 pm-11:55 am

2 stops13h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/12

9:34 pm-6:59 pm

3 stops24h 25m

$284

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Tue 3/18

5:45 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

6:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$343

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Thu 3/20

1:40 pm-1:00 am

1 stop8h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/31

5:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$368

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Tue 2/18

12:15 pm-12:51 am

1 stop9h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/22

2:44 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$387

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Mon 4/7

6:27 pm-9:36 am

2 stops12h 09m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/9

6:05 am-5:31 pm

2 stops14h 26m

$538

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 4/11

12:15 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/16

11:45 am-10:48 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$592

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sat 3/8

12:24 pm-12:51 am

1 stop9h 27m

$174

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Fri 2/7

9:41 am-9:51 am

3 stops21h 10m

$193

San JoseRaleigh

SJC - RDU

SJCRDU

San Jose

Sun 3/2

7:00 am-7:46 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$219

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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 January.
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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Travel insights for flights from San Jose to Raleigh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Jose to Raleigh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 24, 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 $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 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 January 30, 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 January 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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 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 Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $180. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $274 and $343, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 62% 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $140. Frontier flights start at $154 while deals on Delta start at $172 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 $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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Raleigh

Discover the top 4 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$225Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$297Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$307Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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