Question 1

How popular is this Raleigh to San Francisco flight route?

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Within the past month, 27 users have taken a look at flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco.

Question 2

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

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Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $269. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Sun Country Air, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $299, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 3

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

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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $120. Delta flights start at $128 while deals on American Airlines start at $143 one-way.

Question 4

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Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Raleigh to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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.

January

$274

February

$282

March

$330

April

$298

May

$312

June

$383

July

$366

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$268

Question 5

When is the best time to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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Booking 68 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.

Question 6

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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

Question 7

How recently were the Raleigh to San Francisco flight deals updated?

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The Raleigh to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/11.

Question 8

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

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

Question 9

What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $253. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco) can be booked for $199 on average our data indicates $1,954 when flying from Raleigh to San Francisco.

Question 10

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

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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 on time: United Airlines (88%), Virgin Australia (83%), Air New Zealand (83%).

Question 11

Can I find flights from Raleigh to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Raleigh to San Francisco for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $269, but on average you can expect to pay $284.

Question 12

Are there nonstop flights from Raleigh to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is less than $374.

Question 13

Are there last-minute flights available from Raleigh to San Francisco for under $300?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Raleigh to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $300.

Question 14

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

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

Question 15

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

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

Question 16

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

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Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, or NASCAR Hall of Fame can do so by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.8 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $55 per day.

Question 17

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

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Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Civic Center Park are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Civic Center Park can be accessed by traveling approximately 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $43.

Question 18

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

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Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 33% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

Question 19

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

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To save on the cost of your flight from Raleigh to San Francisco, book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 51% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $411 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $535.

Question 20

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

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The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to San Francisco from Raleigh average $403. You can even find prices in September for less than $403, as users have found deals to San Francisco from as low as $231. 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 19%.

Question 21

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco (RDU - SFO)?

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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 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Question 22

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

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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 39m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco offered by 6 different airlines.

Question 23

What does RDU to SFO mean?

Accepted Answer

This is defined as Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) and San Francisco Airport (SFO). Codes like San Francisco Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your Raleigh to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 25

Can I find deals on flights from Raleigh to San Francisco with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Raleigh to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 26

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

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

Question 27

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

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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.

Question 28

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

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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.

Question 29

Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Raleigh to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 30

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Raleigh to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 31

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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When you search for this flight from Raleigh to San Francisco, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Question 32

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 33

Can Cheapflights find flights from Raleigh to San Francisco with no change fees?

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Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Raleigh to San Francisco with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Question 34

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco become cheaper?

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Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

Popular in	June
Cheapest in	September
Round-trip from	$268
One-way from	$165

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
JetBlue	Cheapest$118	Average$258	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search JetBlue flights
Frontier	Cheapest$149	Average$247	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$185	Average$374	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$237	Average$351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$255	Average$435	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$268	Average$439	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

46%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
0%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
54%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	1daily flight
Monday	7daily flights
Tuesday	6daily flights
Wednesday	4daily flights
Thursday	6daily flights
Friday	5daily flights
Saturday	5daily flights

Cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco (RDU - SFO) from $120

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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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When is the best time to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco?

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Booking 68 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Raleigh to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is currently $133 while a round-trip flight costs $288. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

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