Cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco from $112
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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of May, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $388.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
The cheapest day to depart from Raleigh to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $517. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $848.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
Our data shows that the cheapest Raleigh to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $348. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,361.
What is the cheapest Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Raleigh when booking 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $408 when searching 5 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Raleigh for as low as $371 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?
Frontier, Sun Country Air, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco
What airlines fly to San Francisco?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Raleigh according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Raleigh to San Francisco on average per day?
The number of flights available between Raleigh and San Francisco is 7 per day as of June 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 63% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from Raleigh to San Francisco on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 54 flights per week flying from Raleigh to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.
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Best Price Found | $112 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 38m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
How far is Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco by plane?
There are 2402.6 mi between Raleigh-Durham and San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 38m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport is 7 as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Raleigh-Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Raleigh to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Raleigh to San Francisco is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 50.25% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 33.64%, Boeing 737-900 at 9.55%, and Boeing 737-800 at 1.66%.
What is the most popular airline from Raleigh to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Raleigh and San Francisco, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 62% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include American Airlines with 16%, Delta with 14%, and Frontier with 5%.
Best airlines flying from Raleigh to San Francisco
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Raleigh to San Francisco with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $131 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,925 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $141 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,295 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $198 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $256 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,950 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $275 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $289 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $298 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews |
United Airlines Flights From Raleigh to San Francisco
United Airlines flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco start from $289 round-trip. Over the 18 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $453 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Francisco from Raleigh.
Can I find flights from Raleigh to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Raleigh to San Francisco flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Raleigh to San Francisco?
Once all potential Raleigh to San Francisco flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to San Francisco, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to San Francisco from Raleigh and alert you when they change.