Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Raleigh and San Francisco?

Charlotte (CLT) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines 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 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $175.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 46m.

How many flights depart from Raleigh to San Francisco on average per day?

The number of flights available between Raleigh and San Francisco is 6 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 72% of daily flights leaving at noon.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 31m.

How many flights depart from Raleigh to San Francisco on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from Raleigh to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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 6 as of November 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.

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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 July, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $372.

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 $483. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $860.

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 $1,172.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $395 when searching 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 $361 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.

How have Raleigh to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Raleigh to San Francisco flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Raleigh in the past 72 hours is $323. The best round-trip flight deal from Raleigh to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $389.

The fastest flight from Raleigh to San Francisco takes 6h 03m

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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 6h 05m.
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 6 as of November 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 61.45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 29.61%, Boeing 737-800 at 1.70%, and Boeing 737-900 at 1.49%.
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 68% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 13%, American Airlines with 10%, and Frontier with 5%.

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $131	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,906 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,049 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $218	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,236 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,015 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Raleigh to San Francisco
United Airlines flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco start from $289 round-trip. Over the 20 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $426 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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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 July, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $372.

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 $483. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $860.

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 $1,172.

What is the cheapest Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco flight route?

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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.

How have Raleigh to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Raleigh to San Francisco flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Raleigh and San Francisco?

Charlotte (CLT) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $175.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 31m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Raleigh to San Francisco?

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 46m.

How many flights depart from Raleigh to San Francisco on average per day?

The number of flights available between Raleigh and San Francisco is 6 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 72% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Raleigh to San Francisco on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from Raleigh to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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