CA $196 Cheap Flights from Raleigh (RDU) to San Francisco (SFO)

Featured airlines

    Plan, book, fly with confidence
  • trending down icon
    Be in the know
    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
  • bex rewards loyalty icon
    Book smarter
    Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight*
  • payments icon
    Earn twice
    Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards

Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $196 for one-way flights and CA $351 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Delta
Delta
Delta
Delta
American Airlines
American Airlines
Delta
Sun Country Airlines
American Airlines
Flight from Raleigh to San Francisco (RDU - SFO) route information
Origin airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Sun Country Airlines
Roundtrip price
CA $350
Distance
3831 km
Average flight time
5 hours 18 mins

Raleigh to San Francisco Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Raleigh to San Francisco 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco from Raleigh whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, United Airlines nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Raleigh to San Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl., RDU to San Francisco Intl., SFO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Raleigh to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Raleigh currently is just CA $351 rising to CA $456.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in July when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San Francisco from Raleigh 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Francisco with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) and San Francisco Airport start from CA $351. Make your booking today to secure the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to San Francisco Airport?
This can differ between air carriers, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you’ll find easy instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to SFO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to San Francisco Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Raleigh--Durham Airport to SFO?
It’s around 3,900 kilometers from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to San Francisco Airport, so expect to be flying for a while. Keep yourself entertained by packing things like playing cards (if you’re traveling with friends) or a thrilling novel.
Which airlines fly direct from RDU to SFO?
United Airlines (UA) will get you from Raleigh–Durham Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) safely and comfortably. You can choose from 30 direct flights every month along this route.
Are Raleigh--Durham Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from Raleigh–Durham Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) can be hit-or-miss. You might be lucky and score a bargain, but then again, you could miss out entirely! If you’d rather play it safe and start planning early, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines advertise their prices that far in advance. Our advice? Check back often as updates are made frequently.
*Available to Expedia members.