San Francisco Bay Area

$89+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to San Francisco Bay Area

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RDU — SFO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$399
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/317:30 amRDU - OAK
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/711:51 amOAK - RDU
1 stop15h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$261
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/75:37 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop20h 27mFrontier
Fri 5/97:41 pmSJC - RDU
2 stops11h 42mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$262
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/133:38 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Thu 5/226:35 amSFO - RDU
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$270
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 9/207:35 amRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 13mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/204:52 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/87:20 amRDU - OAK
1 stop11h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/144:43 pmOAK - RDU
1 stop10h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$272
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Mon 4/285:49 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/304:49 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$272
This CheapTickets deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapTickets is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:20 amRDU - OAK
1 stop11h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/134:43 pmOAK - RDU
1 stop10h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/156:00 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/2611:45 pmSFO - RDU
Nonstop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/213:28 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Tue 6/246:15 amSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/16$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 7/84:50 pmRDU - SJC
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Tue 7/2210:20 pmSJC - RDU
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/17$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/83:55 pmRDU - OAK
2 stops31h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/145:45 amOAK - RDU
3 stops34h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$290
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:20 amRDU - SFO
1 stop11h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/64:49 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 11mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$291

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

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/31

7:30 am-10:25 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Oakland

Sat 6/7

11:51 am-6:00 am

1 stop15h 09m

$261

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/7

5:37 pm-11:04 am

1 stop20h 27m

San Jose

Fri 5/9

7:41 pm-10:23 am

2 stops11h 42m

$262

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

3:38 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

6:35 am-4:32 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$270

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/8

7:20 am-3:48 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Oakland

Wed 5/14

4:43 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 17m

$272

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/28

5:49 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

4:49 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 11m

$272

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/7

7:20 am-3:48 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Oakland

Tue 5/13

4:43 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 17m

$278

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop8h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

11:45 pm-8:01 am

Nonstop5h 16m

$279

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop11h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

8:42 pm-8:59 am

1 stop9h 17m

$283

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/21

3:28 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

6:15 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$287

RaleighSan Jose

RDU - SJC

RDUSJC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/8

4:50 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 54m

San Jose

Tue 7/22

10:20 pm-9:52 am

1 stop8h 32m

$287

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) if they book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $96 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $143 and Delta from $144 one-way.

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area on time: United Airlines (84%), Virgin Australia (81%), Air New Zealand (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area? While on average our users pay $880, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco), is priced around $218.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Raleigh to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$131Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$308Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$387Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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