What percentage of Raleigh to Los Angeles flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles constituted 4.8% of the available options. The majority of flights on this route involve one or more stops. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers should anticipate a higher likelihood of connecting flights when planning this route.

What's the flight time from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles has a median duration of 5 hours and 31 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to 8 hours and 38 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is approximately 3595 kilometers. Travelers should factor in the additional time when choosing a connecting flight option.

Are non-stop flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles worth the extra cost?

Historically, direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles have been about 62% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $481, while connecting flights had a median price of $297. Direct flights made up 15.4% of the available options in the trailing 90 days. The decision to pay the premium for a non-stop flight depends on individual preferences for convenience versus cost savings.

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Raleigh to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

The journey from Raleigh to Los Angeles covers a distance of 3595 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles, new deals appear almost daily. This frequent cadence means opportunities to find favorable fares are common.

Right now, fares for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles typically range from $347–$583, with a median of $450. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles? The data shows that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $180. Other cost-effective options include June, with a median of $273, and July, where the median fare is $286.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as only 4.8% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 5h 31m. For connecting itineraries specifically, the median flight time is 9h 40m.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Regular price: $258 - $355

Prices for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles is between $258 and $355. The current lowest deal is $258 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 29-Sep 30.

now $258

Low $258

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The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to LAX is April, with a median price of $216. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $843. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $216

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $843

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$536

$392

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$538

$394

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$524

$399

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$430

$375

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$538

$375

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$536

$435

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

$538 → $373

31%

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

$536 → $390

27%

1 night

Sep 14 - Sep 15

$538 → $392

27%

4 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 18

$524 → $397

24%

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Raleigh - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Raleigh to Los Angeles are above the typical level at $450.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles, at $180.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 31m

Direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles typically average 5h 31m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $258

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $258 from RDU to LAX, found on Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$236

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$230

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a practical alternative due to its proximity to North Los Angeles and easier terminal navigation.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the sweet spot for booking flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles for the lowest prices is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $288. Booking too early, such as 60+ days out, generally results in higher prices, averaging about $481. Similarly, waiting until 0-6 days before departure also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $294.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles is considered a good deal if you find it for $347 or less. The median price for this route was $450. Prices can go up to $583 or more for the higher end of the market. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the $347 threshold can help you secure a more economical journey.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles, with a median price of $180. Other relatively inexpensive months include June and July, with median prices of $273 and $286 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $450. While July is listed among the cheapest, it also represents the most expensive month when considering the overall annual trend.

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Raleigh to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as only 4.8% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Regular price: $258 - $355

Prices for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles is between $258 and $355. The current lowest deal is $258 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 29-Sep 30.

now $258

Low $258

High $355

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles

April

Cheapest

Flights from $216

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $843

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$536

$392

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$538

$394

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$524

$399

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$430

$375

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$538

$375

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Los Angeles

Raleigh (RDU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$536

$435

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

$538 → $373

31%

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

$536 → $390

27%

1 night

Sep 14 - Sep 15

$538 → $392

27%

4 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 18

$524 → $397

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Raleigh - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Raleigh to Los Angeles are above the typical level at $450.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles, at $180.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 31m

Direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles typically average 5h 31m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $258

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $258 from RDU to LAX, found on Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$236

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$230

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a practical alternative due to its proximity to North Los Angeles and easier terminal navigation.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

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Los Angeles, United States

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Business Class

From RDU

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Los Angeles, United States

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Business Class

From RDU

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Los Angeles, United States

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Los Angeles, United States

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From RDU

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Nov 18

Los Angeles, United States

82% AI deal score

$1,396

$1,148

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From RDU

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Nov 18

Los Angeles, United States

82% AI deal score

$1,570

$1,224

Save $346

From RDU

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Nov 04

Los Angeles, United States

82% AI deal score

$1,611

$1,271

Save $340

From RDU

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Nov 07

Los Angeles, United States

82% AI deal score

$1,614

$1,271

Save $343

From RDU

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Nov 03

Los Angeles, United States

81% AI deal score

$1,596

$1,266

Save $330

From RDU

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Nov 07

Los Angeles, United States

81% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Today’s best flight deals from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Raleigh to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Raleigh - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 5h 31m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $258

Deals are frequent on this route

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

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How early should I book Raleigh to Los Angeles flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Raleigh to Los Angeles flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

What percentage of Raleigh to Los Angeles flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

Are non-stop flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles worth the extra cost?

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Flights to Los Angeles from other cities

Raleigh to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Raleigh - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 5h 31m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $258

Deals are frequent on this route

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

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Oct 20

Oct 15

Nov 07

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

How early should I book Raleigh to Los Angeles flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Raleigh to Los Angeles flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles?