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      Flight deals from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs41,036. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Durham.Rs20,507 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs20,507, select.
      Durham.Rs21,930 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Diego International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,930, select.
      Durham.Rs22,061 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,061, select.
      Durham.Rs22,061 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,061, select.
      Durham.Rs22,744 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,744, select.
      Durham.Rs23,317 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Diego International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,317, select.
      Durham.Rs27,444 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Diego International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,444, select.
      Durham.Rs32,472 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs32,472, select.
      Durham.Rs32,757 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Diego International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs32,757, select.
      Durham.Rs34,170 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,170, select.
      Durham.Rs34,195 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,195, select.
      Durham.Rs38,329 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,329, select.
      Durham.Rs152,409 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Diego International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,409, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Raleigh / Durham flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Aug
      from Rs22,744
      Sep
      from Rs20,507
      Oct
      from Rs22,061
      Nov
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      Dec
      from Rs34,170
      Jan
      from Rs32,472
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      Direct flights from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham

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      San Diego to Raleigh / Durham: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from San Diego to Durham below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Raleigh / Durham.

      Raleigh / Durham

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      San Diego to Durham: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundRs20,507
      Cheapest month to flySeptember
      Average flight time5 hrs, 2 mins
      Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
      Average flights per week28

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

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham is Rs41,017. 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.
      5 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham.
      Alaska Airlines and Breeze Airways fly direct from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham.
      As of August 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham is usually August.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Raleigh / Durham Airport on Saturday, 29 August 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 2 minutes.
      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.

      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.

      Flying from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know

      • Your journey comes together at San Diego's main airport, San Diego International Airport (SAN). Check out your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) departing from this base.

      • 5 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.

      • The timezone in Durham is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of San Diego. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.

      • Take your pick of 5 direct services a week between San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). This is the most popular route, with Breeze Airways offering a 12:48pm departure from SAN to RDU.

      • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from San Diego to RDU. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • If you're going away during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.

      Airports in San Diego

      San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • Fly without interruptions from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Nonstop flights from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) can be booked from here.

      • You'll find a direct flight from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline offers services from SAN.

      • Alaska Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from SAN to RDU.

      • SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.

      • Catching an early flight from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near San Diego International Airport:

      • Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.

      • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

      McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

      • From the centre of San Diego, CLD is around 48 kilometres away. When planning your route, find out whether public transport is an option or if it's easier to drive.

      • Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your San Diego to RDU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:

      • McClellan-Palomar Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 88% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.

      About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

      Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham

      • From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, central Durham is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

      • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

      • Currently, Rs20,507 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs41,017. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

      • Book one month before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Diego to RDU.

      • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

      • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from San Diego to RDU by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

      • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

      The best time to fly from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

      • December is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Durham based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • When booking your San Diego to RDU plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Durham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

      • Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC.

      More about Durham

      • Start your Durham trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:

      • There are loads of fantastic things to do in Durham when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre followed by Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.

      Explore more of the United States

      • Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.

      • Virginia Beach is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. No journey is complete without a visit to Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.

      Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to Durham

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.