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$119+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to San Diego (RDU - SAN)

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RDU — SAN
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego are usually found in September or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to San Diego (SAN). 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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$238
(Delta)

One-way from

$119
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$497
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From Raleigh-Durham to San Diego
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego
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Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Diego
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/256:00 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 00mDelta
Mon 1/610:30 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/17$406
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/242:24 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop12h 30mFrontier
Mon 12/306:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop27h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$410
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/244:20 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/59:55 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$477
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/299:42 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 19mBreeze Airways
Tue 12/3112:46 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 55mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/17$479
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/275:15 amRDU - SAN
2 stops19h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/56:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/244:11 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:15 amSAN - RDU
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/244:45 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/16:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop11h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$498
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/2512:10 pmRDU - SAN
2 stops13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/36:15 amSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$556
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/287:00 amRDU - SAN
1 stop8h 36mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/32:42 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$801

Find flights from Raleigh to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to San Diego 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 December 18, 2024.

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RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/14

5:15 am-10:28 am

1 stop8h 13m

San Diego

Wed 1/22

7:10 am-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$238

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/15

8:30 am-2:49 pm

1 stop9h 19m

San Diego

Wed 1/15

7:43 pm-11:13 am

2 stops12h 30m

$239

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/10

8:36 pm-10:58 am

1 stop17h 22m

San Diego

Sun 1/12

7:26 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops14h 55m

$241

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/22

5:20 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 00m

San Diego

Wed 2/26

12:48 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$247

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/15

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 34m

San Diego

Wed 1/22

5:29 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 56m

$258

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/24

1:05 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Diego

Mon 2/3

11:21 am-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$264

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/29

9:38 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

San Diego

Tue 6/3

12:48 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$266

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/1

4:20 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

San Diego

Wed 1/8

6:40 am-6:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$272

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/24

2:26 pm-3:26 pm

2 stops28h 00m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

5:01 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$290

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/10

1:40 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 05m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

6:45 am-6:20 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$371

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to San Diego in December.
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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Raleigh-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-San Diego 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 Raleigh-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to San Diego, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Raleigh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 RDU to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to San Diego in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Raleigh to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Southwest. 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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Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
135 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,279 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Raleigh to San Diego flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($238), United Airlines ($239), and Frontier ($247) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to San Diego. Delta is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $119 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and Frontier, with prices starting from $132 and $150, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to San Diego? While on average our users pay $294, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $106. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Diego), is priced around $178.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Raleigh to San Diego?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center are currently the most popular points of interest in Charlotte at the moment. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $50 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    Denver travelers tend to visit Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre more than any other notable places. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can rent a car at Denver Intl for an average daily rate of $61 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Raleigh to San Diego flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Raleigh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 Raleigh to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to San Diego. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$142Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$165Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$228Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$236Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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