How many flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 5.9% of flights from Raleigh to San Francisco were non-stop. The majority of flights on this route involve at least one stopover. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically 2, indicating that direct options are less common.

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to San Francisco?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is 5 hours and 43 minutes. This route covers a distance of 3855 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to 8 hours and 58 minutes. Travelers should anticipate longer journey times if a direct flight is not available.

How often do cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco come up?

Cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are considered frequent. This indicates that travelers typically have numerous opportunities to find good deals on this route. The availability of favorable pricing is consistent across the trailing 30 days, suggesting a regular occurrence of competitive offers.

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Raleigh to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco, the data indicates that February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $239. This is followed by January, with a median fare of $249, and April, where the median fare is $287. Planning your trip around these months could result in significant savings.

Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level. Prices for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco typically range from $349 to $651, with a median of $511. Currently, 38% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting favorable conditions for booking. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When flying from Raleigh to San Francisco, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 5.9% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you should generally expect to include layovers in your travel plans.

A typical journey from Raleigh to San Francisco takes approximately 18h 56m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, as direct options are less common. Travelers should factor in this extended travel time when planning their itinerary.

The distance between Raleigh and San Francisco is 3855 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, meaning it's a significant distance that typically involves several hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to San Francisco

Regular price: $301 - $449

Prices for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco is typically between $301 and $449. The current lowest deal is $232 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 22-Sep 26.

now $232

Low $301

High $449

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to SFO is February, with a median price of $239. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $563. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $239

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $563

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to San Francisco

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$368

$236

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$406

$257

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$402

$235

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$365

$237

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$361

$279

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$359

$237

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

1 night

Sep 9 - Sep 10

$609 → $372

39%

2 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 11

$607 → $372

39%

4 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 7

$494 → $268

46%

4 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 6

$494 → $269

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

Raleigh - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Raleigh to San Francisco are below the typical level, at $232.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $239

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $239.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 18h 56m

Connecting flights from Raleigh to San Francisco typically take 18 hours and 56 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major hub, offering convenient access to the San Francisco Bay Area.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$239

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a close alternative to San Francisco city center with extensive domestic options.

📍 ~19 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or BART rail system)

💸 Flights from ~$302

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Nov 02

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From RDU

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Sep 23

San Francisco, United States

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$2,003

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From RDU

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Sep 22

San Francisco, United States

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From RDU

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Sep 23

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,040

$1,269

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From RDU

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Sep 22

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,040

$1,269

Save $771

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Business Class

From RDU

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Sep 23

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,059

$1,269

Save $790

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Business Class

From RDU

Elite

Sep 23

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,003

$1,269

Save $734

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Business Class

From RDU

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Sep 22

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,037

$1,269

Save $768

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Business Class

From RDU

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Sep 23

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,089

$1,269

Save $820

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Business Class

From RDU

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Sep 22

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,079

$1,269

Save $810

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Business Class

From RDU

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Sep 21

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,074

$1,284

Save $790

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From RDU

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San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,149

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the best prices for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $311. Booking 0-6 days out typically sees an average price of $372. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $536, and those booked 60+ days out averaging $538.

A flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $349. Historically, the median price for this route has been $511 across the trailing quarter. Prices above $651 are typically considered expensive, indicating that $349 represents a strong value for travelers.

Based on historical data from the trailing 270 days, the cheapest months to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco are typically February, January, and April. February historically has a median price of $239, while January follows closely with a median of $249. April also offers competitive pricing with a median of $287. The annual median price for this route is $511, making these months notably more affordable.

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Raleigh to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to San Francisco

Regular price: $301 - $449

Prices for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco is typically between $301 and $449. The current lowest deal is $232 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 22-Sep 26.

now $232

Low $301

High $449

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

February

Cheapest

Flights from $239

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $563

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to San Francisco

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$368

$236

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$406

$257

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$402

$235

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$365

$237

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$361

$279

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - San Francisco

Raleigh (RDU) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$359

$237

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

1 night

Sep 9 - Sep 10

$609 → $372

39%

2 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 11

$607 → $372

39%

4 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 7

$494 → $268

46%

4 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 6

$494 → $269

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

Raleigh - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Raleigh to San Francisco are below the typical level, at $232.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $239

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $239.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 18h 56m

Connecting flights from Raleigh to San Francisco typically take 18 hours and 56 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major hub, offering convenient access to the San Francisco Bay Area.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$239

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a close alternative to San Francisco city center with extensive domestic options.

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,149

$1,294

Save $855

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Cheap Flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

Today’s best flight deals from Raleigh to San Francisco

Raleigh to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

Direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

Raleigh - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $239

Connecting flights average 18h 56m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Raleigh main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco?

How do I know if a Raleigh to San Francisco flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?

How many flights from Raleigh to San Francisco are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to San Francisco?

How often do cheap flights from Raleigh to San Francisco come up?

Related routes

More routes from Raleigh

Flights to San Francisco from other cities

Raleigh to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

Direct flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco

Raleigh - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $239

Connecting flights average 18h 56m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Raleigh main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

Nov 02

Sep 23

Sep 22

Sep 23

Sep 22

Sep 23

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Sep 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to San Francisco?

How do I know if a Raleigh to San Francisco flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Raleigh to San Francisco?