Flight Routes from Raleigh Durham to San Diego

Compare cheap outbound and return flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to San Diego (SAN) and find the best offer from numerous airlines and travel agencies.

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Cheapest roundtrip flight
from€282
Fastest outbound flight
Fastest inbound flight
Flight distance
3,526 km
Time difference
Most popular airlines
  1. Breeze Airways

Cheap flight offers from Raleigh/Durham to San Diego

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    Alaska Airlines
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    RDU–SAN
    non-stop flight
    Alaska Airlines
    –
    SAN–RDU
    non-stop flight
    €282
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    American Airlines
    –
    RDU–SAN
    1 stopover
    American Airlines
    –
    SAN–RDU
    1 stopover
    €3,202
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    United Airlines
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    RDU–SAN
    1 stopover
    United Airlines
    –
    SAN–RDU
    1 stopover
    €892
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    American Airlines
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    RDU–SAN
    1 stopover
    American Airlines
    –
    SAN–RDU
    1 stopover
    €778
  5. –
    Frontier Airlines
    –
    RDU–SAN
    1 stopover
    Breeze Airways
    –
    SAN–RDU
    non-stop flight
    €665
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    Alaska Airlines
    –
    RDU–SAN
    non-stop flight
    Alaska Airlines
    –
    SAN–RDU
    2 stopovers
    €657

Flight schedule from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to San Diego (SAN)

Select a travel date in the flight schedule for the route from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to San Diego (SAN) and compare affordable flight deals.

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Matching outbound flightsRDU–SAN · 6 of 6
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  1. November 8 – 14, 2026
  2. November 15 – 21, 2026
  3. November 22 – 28, 2026
    1. RDUSAN
      nonstop
      1. Breeze Airways
    2. RDUSAN
      nonstop
      1. Breeze Airways
    3. RDUSAN
      1 stopover
      1. Frontier Airlines
    4. RDUSAN
      nonstop
      1. Alaska Airlines
    5. RDUSAN
      nonstop
      1. Alaska Airlines
    6. RDUSAN
      nonstop
      1. Alaska Airlines

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Raleigh Durham to San Diego

      Favorite airline: e.g. Frontier Airlines, United Airlines
      The majority of passengers on the route Raleigh-Durham – San Diego prefer to fly with Frontier Airlines.
      Frontier Airlines
      27 %
      United Airlines
      27 %
      JetBlue Airways
      13 %
      Favourite connection: via Denver
      Flights with a stopover in Denver are the most popular connection for this route.
      Route
      bookings
      1 stopover Denver International Airport, CO
      11h 21min, from 289 US$
      57 %
      1 stopover New York - John F. Kennedy International Airport, NY
      10h 18min, from 374 US$
      29 %
      1 stopover Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, GA
      07h 46min, from 324 US$
      14 %

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego?
      A nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego typically takes around 5 hours 30 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 9 hours 56 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.
      Are there nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego?
      Yes, there are nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego, although not necessarily every day. On average, less than one flight per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.
      Which airlines fly from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego?
      Direct flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego are operated by, among others, Breeze Airways. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Frontier Airlines (via Denver), American Airlines (via Charlotte) and Southwest (via Nashville). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.
      On which days are there nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego?
      Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego operate Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.
      How many flights are there per day from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego?
      On the route from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego, there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.
      How many flights per week are there from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego?
      On the route from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego, there are only a few flights per week. It is therefore especially worthwhile to be flexible with your travel dates so you can more easily find a suitable departure day.
      When does the first flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego depart?
      The earliest nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego usually departs at 9:02 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in San Diego.
      When does the last flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego depart?
      The last nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Diego usually departs at 9:02 AM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

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      Departure airport Airport Raleigh-Durham International Airport , NC (RDU)
      Arrival airport Airport San Diego - Lindberg Field International, CA (SAN)
      Destination country Flights to United States
      Departure airport - Destination country Raleigh-Durham International Airport , NC - United States