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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $469. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Durham.$471 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $471, select.

Durham.$471 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $471, select.

Durham.$471 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $471, select.

Durham.$472 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $472, select.

Durham.$574 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $574, select.

Durham.$585 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.

Durham.$595 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $595, select.

Durham.$651 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Durham.$651 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Durham.$651 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Durham.$651 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Durham.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

Durham.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

Durham.$652 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Apr, returning Tue, 4 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 4 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

Durham.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

Durham.$652 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Cheapest flight found	$471
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	5 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	71

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham is $471. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham?

5 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham?

United, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia fly direct from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham?

As of September 2026, there are 65 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham.

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

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Raleigh / Durham is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport on Saturday, 24 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 12 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Raleigh / Durham?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Raleigh / Durham but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Durham?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Durham is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Raleigh / Durham.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Durham is three hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from SFO to RDU start from 08:25 — the first with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:53 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 17 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to RDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
United has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United.
United stands out as the most punctual carrier for SFO to RDU flights, with 90.75% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. These are the top stopovers between SFO and RDU:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
- Chicago Midway Airport
- Kansas City International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

$234 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. A return flight starts from $471. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to RDU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to RDU is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

Book a hotel close to RDU if you're catching a late San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car and discover Durham and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week before travelling.

Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham

Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Durham. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Durham. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to RDU around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

Durham has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 193 kilometres south-west of Durham, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, head for Baltimore, about 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are the start of reasons to visit.