How popular is this Raleigh to San Francisco flight route?

Within the past month, 15 users have taken a look at flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco.

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

Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $270. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at $282 and $283, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $143. Delta flights start at $144 while deals on Southwest start at $159 one-way.

What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $168. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco) can be booked for $208 on average our data indicates $958 when flying from Raleigh to San Francisco.

What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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 on time: United Airlines (76%), Virgin Australia (76%), Air New Zealand (76%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Consider American Airlines, JetBlue or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Raleigh to San Francisco.

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

Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in San Francisco layover in Charlotte most frequently. Raleigh to San Francisco flights stop in Atlanta the next most.

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

Of the flights from Raleigh to San Francisco that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Denver. Raleigh to San Francisco flights stopping in Dallas are the next rarest.

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

Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can do so by traveling 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 $52 per day.

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

Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are currently the most popular points of interest in Atlanta at the moment. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those on a layover in Atlanta in need of a rental car can book one at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $53.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Users have found that leaving on a Thursday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 46% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco?

To save on the cost of your flight from Raleigh to San Francisco, book at least 30 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 64% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $450 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $540.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to San Francisco from Raleigh average $417. You can even find prices in September for less than $417, as users have found deals to San Francisco from as low as $198. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Francisco from Raleigh. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 18%.

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

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Raleigh-San Francisco 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 Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airports do I use to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?

To fly from Raleigh to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Raleigh-Durham take 5h 38m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 5 outbound flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco offered by 7 different airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Round-trip from	$270 (Frontier)
One-way from	$143 (Booking.com)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$397
Good round-trip deal	$436 or less
Good one-way deal	$265 or less

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

Thu 4/178:53 amRDU - SFO

1 stop15h 37mFrontier

Sun 4/206:00 amSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 42mFrontier

Deal found 4/11

$270

Tue 9/97:35 amRDU - SFO

1 stop9h 13mAlaska Airlines

Tue 9/94:52 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 57mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 4/9

$271

Thu 5/86:00 amRDU - SFO

1 stop11h 35mJetBlue

Mon 5/128:42 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 17mJetBlue

Deal found 4/11

$283

Wed 7/95:45 amRDU - SFO

1 stop7h 49mDelta

Fri 7/1812:40 amSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 46mDelta

Deal found 4/10

$287

Sun 6/15:25 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop17h 59mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/55:45 amSFO - RDU

1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$291

Sun 6/16:00 amRDU - SFO

Nonstop5h 40mUnited Airlines

Mon 6/239:00 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 28mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$309

Thu 8/79:38 amRDU - SFO

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sun 8/1011:41 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$319

Sat 8/237:05 amRDU - SFO

2 stops9h 40mSouthwest

Sat 8/305:15 amSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 4/10

$321

Best flights from Raleigh to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

Thu 4/178:53 amRDU - SFO

1 stop15h 37mFrontier

Sun 4/206:00 amSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 42mFrontier

Deal found 4/11

$270

Thu 5/17:20 amRDU - SFO

1 stop11h 33mAlaska Airlines

Tue 5/65:45 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 15mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$282

Thu 5/86:00 amRDU - SFO

1 stop11h 35mJetBlue

Mon 5/128:42 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 17mJetBlue

Deal found 4/10

$283

Wed 7/97:10 amRDU - SFO

1 stop8h 19mDelta

Sat 7/199:30 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop8h 22mDelta

Deal found 4/10

$287

Sun 6/15:25 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop17h 59mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/55:45 amSFO - RDU

1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$291

Sun 6/16:00 amRDU - SFO

Nonstop5h 40mUnited Airlines

Mon 6/239:00 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 28mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$309

Thu 5/12:48 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines

Tue 5/612:21 amSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/11

$325

Thu 6/53:10 pmRDU - SFO

2 stops9h 40mSouthwest

Sat 6/149:00 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 4/9

$351

Last-minute flights from Raleigh to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco. Data last updated April 11, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 4/178:53 amRDU - SFO

1 stop15h 37mFrontier

Sun 4/206:00 amSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 42mFrontier

Deal found 4/11

$270

Thu 4/172:48 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines

Sat 4/1912:47 amSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$459

Fri 4/181:15 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop10h 45mAlaska Airlines

Sat 4/265:10 pmSFO - RDU

2 stops9h 50mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$628

Sat 4/191:06 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop10h 08mDelta

Tue 4/2211:55 amSFO - RDU

1 stop8h 28mDelta

Deal found 4/10

$287

Sun 4/205:15 pmRDU - SFO

2 stops9h 50mSouthwest

Tue 4/296:00 amSFO - RDU

1 stop8h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 4/10

$409

Sun 4/2010:43 amRDU - SFO

1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines

Tue 4/299:10 pmSFO - RDU

Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$474

Mon 4/216:41 pmRDU - SFO

Nonstop6h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/235:45 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$778

Thu 5/17:20 amRDU - SFO

1 stop11h 33mAlaska Airlines

Tue 5/65:45 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 15mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$282

Thu 5/12:48 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines

Tue 5/612:21 amSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/11

$325

Thu 5/86:00 amRDU - SFO

1 stop11h 35mJetBlue

Mon 5/128:42 pmSFO - RDU

1 stop9h 17mJetBlue

Deal found 4/11

$283

Fri 5/96:40 pmRDU - SFO

Nonstop6h 05mUnited Airlines

Sun 5/119:10 amSFO - RDU

Nonstop5h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$349

Sat 5/171:38 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop9h 31mDelta

Mon 6/212:40 amSFO - RDU

1 stop7h 13mDelta

Deal found 4/10

$287

One-way flights from Raleigh to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from Raleigh to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

Fri 6/206:05 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop7h 48mSun Country Air

Deal found 4/9

$143

Sat 5/106:07 pmRDU - SFO

1 stop7h 29mDelta

Deal found 4/11

$144

Tue 6/104:50 pmRDU - SFO

2 stops9h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 4/11

$159

Fri 5/236:00 amRDU - SFO

Nonstop5h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/9

$169

Thu 6/126:41 pmRDU - SFO

2 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$172

Thu 10/27:36 amRDU - SFO

2 stops17h 03mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$192

Sun 5/1110:03 amRDU - SFO

2 stops16h 03mFrontier

Deal found 4/10

$202

Tue 5/2711:46 amRDU - SFO

2 stops14h 15mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/10

$294

Fri 7/1111:27 amRDU - SFO

3 stops27h 12mBreeze Airways

Deal found 4/10

$394

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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

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/9

7:35 am-1:48 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

4:52 pm-5:49 am

1 stop9h 57m

$271

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/24

7:05 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

7:03 pm-5:15 am

1 stop7h 12m

$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

Wed 7/9

5:45 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 49m

San Francisco

Fri 7/18

12:40 am-11:26 am

1 stop7h 46m

$287

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

5:25 pm-8:24 am

1 stop17h 59m

San Francisco

Thu 6/5

5:45 am-6:00 am

1 stop21h 15m

$291

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

9:38 am-1:59 pm

1 stop7h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

11:41 pm-9:59 am

1 stop7h 18m

$319

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/23

7:05 am-1:45 pm

2 stops9h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

5:15 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$321

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/22

6:17 pm-8:08 am

1 stop16h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 6/28

11:59 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop14h 06m

$415

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/20

6:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$143

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco in April.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
Flightnetwork	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDeal	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust 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 Raleigh-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Raleigh to San Francisco

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

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

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Raleigh to San Francisco 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 SFO?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 78% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to San Francisco, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

158 reviews

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!

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

158 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

158 reviews

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!

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,851 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

158 reviews

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!

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,279 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

158 reviews

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!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,911 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

158 reviews

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!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,636 reviews

Breeze Airways

8.1

Very good

158 reviews

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!

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?
To fly from Raleigh to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Raleigh-Durham take 5h 38m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 5 outbound flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco offered by 7 different airlines.
How popular is this Raleigh to San Francisco flight route?
Within the past month, 15 users have taken a look at flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to San Francisco round-trip?
Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $270. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at $282 and $283, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $143. Delta flights start at $144 while deals on Southwest start at $159 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to San Francisco?
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 on time: United Airlines (76%), Virgin Australia (76%), Air New Zealand (76%).
What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $168. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco) can be booked for $208 on average our data indicates $958 when flying from Raleigh to San Francisco.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Raleigh to San Francisco?
Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in San Francisco layover in Charlotte most frequently. Raleigh to San Francisco flights stop in Atlanta the next most.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?
Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can do so by traveling 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 $52 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Atlanta?
Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are currently the most popular points of interest in Atlanta at the moment. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those on a layover in Atlanta in need of a rental car can book one at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $53.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Raleigh to San Francisco flights?
Of the flights from Raleigh to San Francisco that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Denver. Raleigh to San Francisco flights stopping in Dallas are the next rarest.
Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco 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 Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Raleigh to San Francisco 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Raleigh to San Francisco

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$130	Average$227	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
JetBlue	Cheapest$131	Average$261	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$192	Average$373	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$256	Average$327	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$289	Average$467	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$298	Average$440	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Sun Country Air	Cheapest$308	Average$343	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%

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$143+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco (RDU - SFO)

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

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