Cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $205 |
Frontier
1 stop
15 hr
Sat, May 2 — Sun, May 10
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is currently $205 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $105 |
Frontier
1 stop
10 hr
Wed, May 27
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The cheapest one-way flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is currently $105 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $349 |
United
Nonstop
6 hr
Thu, Jul 9 — Wed, Jul 15
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The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is currently $349 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $251 |
American
1 stop
9 hr
Thu, Apr 23 — Sun, Apr 26
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The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Raleigh to San Francisco is currently $251 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $469 |
Frontier
1 stop
30 hr
Sun, May 3 — Mon, May 11
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The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is currently $469 | |
| Fastest flight | 5 hr 42 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Raleigh to San Francisco takes 5 hr 42 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Raleigh to San Francisco per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco is typically May. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
| May Cheapest
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Typical prices: $200–300 |
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| December Most expensive
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Typical prices: $270–460 |
Popular airlines from Raleigh to San Francisco
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Raleigh to San Francisco in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- UnitedNonstopfrom $349Typical price: $285–48520 weekly nonstop flightsRDU - SFO Every day451 weekly connecting flightsRDU - SFO Every day
- Southwestfrom $329Typical price: $305–490436 weekly connecting flightsRDU - SFO Every day
- Americanfrom $251Typical price: $305–530431 weekly connecting flightsRDU - SFO Every day
- Deltafrom $369Typical price: $295–590364 weekly connecting flightsRDU - SFO Every day
- JetBluefrom $538Typical price: $360–93035 weekly connecting flightsRDU - SFO Every day
- Frontierfrom $205Typical price: $225–54030 weekly connecting flightsRDU - SFO Every day
Popular airports near Raleigh
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Raleigh center and popularity with travelers.
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)Raleigh United States 21 min 11 mi
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)Charlotte United States 2 hr 41 min 135 mi
- Richmond International Airport (RIC)Richmond United States 2 hr 33 min 139 mi
- Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)Greensboro United States 1 hr 27 min 76 mi
Popular airports near San Francisco
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from San Francisco center and popularity with travelers.
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)San Francisco United States 20 min 11 mi
- Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK)Oakland United States 28 min 11 mi
- Sacramento International Airport (SMF)Sacramento United States 1 hr 35 min 78 mi
- San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)San Jose United States 52 min 39 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Raleigh to San Francisco
The cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are usually in May. Typical ticket prices in May range from $200 to $300.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $205. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $105.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest United flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $349, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 15.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $329, flying from May 28 to Jun 3.
- The cheapest American flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $251, flying from Apr 30 to May 6.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $369, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 15.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $538, flying from May 8 to May 15.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $205, flying from May 2 to May 10.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Francisco starts at $205 from Sat, May 2 to Sun, May 10. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $105 and departs on Wed, May 27.
5 hr 42 min is the shortest flight time from Raleigh to San Francisco.
Apr–Dec is when most people visit San Francisco, with crowds peaking in summer. Although average temperatures are higher then, mornings and evenings often have damp, chilly fog. In summer, street fairs and cultural institutions offer free outdoor entertainment. Winter visitors will find the opera and ballet seasons in full swing. Major annual events include Chinese New Year (Feb), Bay to Breakers footrace (May), San Francisco Pride parade and festival (Jun), and San Francisco Fleet Week (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Raleigh to San Francisco really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco.
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 20 nonstop flights and 451 connecting flights per week. United flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
Other popular airlines flying from Raleigh to San Francisco are:
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 20 nonstop flights and 451 connecting flights per week. United flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
Other popular airlines flying from Raleigh to San Francisco are:
- Southwest offers 436 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
- American offers 431 connecting flights per week. American flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
- Delta offers 364 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
- JetBlue offers 35 connecting flights per week. JetBlue flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
- Frontier offers 30 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
The cheapest round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $205. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $105.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest United flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $349, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 15.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $329, flying from May 28 to Jun 3.
- The cheapest American flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $251, flying from Apr 30 to May 6.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $369, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 15.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $538, flying from May 8 to May 15.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is $205, flying from May 2 to May 10.
United flies direct from Raleigh to San Francisco.
- There are 20 United direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Raleigh and San Francisco at price $251 is offered by American from Thu, Apr 23 to Sun, Apr 26.
United flies direct from Raleigh to San Francisco.
- There are 20 United direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Raleigh and San Francisco start at $349 from Thu, Jul 9 to Wed, Jul 15 with United.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Raleigh and San Francisco start at $469 from Sun, May 3 to Mon, May 11 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Raleigh and San Francisco start at $205 from Sat, May 2 to Sun, May 10.
To book business class trips from Raleigh to San Francisco, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Raleigh and San Francisco starts at $251 from Thu, Apr 23 to Sun, Apr 26 with American.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Raleigh and San Francisco at price $251 is offered by American from Thu, Apr 23 to Sun, Apr 26.
To find last-minute flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Popular trips from Raleigh
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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Dublin$665Apr 27 — May 41 stop 11 hr 45 min Icelandair
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Denver$98May 2 — May 9Nonstop 4 hr 10 min Frontier
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Orlando$84May 18 — May 24Nonstop 1 hr 56 min Frontier
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Seattle$372Aug 1 — Aug 92 stops 10 hr 30 min Southwest
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