Question 1

How long is the flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco typically takes around 5 hours 46 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 9 hours 54 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco, averaging around 2 to 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, United Airlines. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco are operated by, among others, United Airlines. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with American Airlines (via Los Angeles, Phoenix - Sky Harbor), JetBlue Airways (via New York) and Alaska Airlines (via San Diego). 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.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco operate daily. 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.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco, there are on average around 2 to 3 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco, there are around 18 to 19 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco usually departs at 6:09 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 Francisco.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham to San Francisco usually departs at 6:42 PM. 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.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91669, F91447 09h 31min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0426, AS0430 08h 02min	Frontier Airlines	?	$297
Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0474, AS0291 08h 22min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS3306, AS0430 17h 57min	Alaska Airlines		$316
Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0474, AS0291 08h 22min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0426, AS0430 08h 02min	Alaska Airlines		$321
Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0474, AS0291 08h 22min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0426, AS0430 08h 02min	Alaska Airlines	?	$325
Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91669, F91447 09h 31min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (DFW) F94000, F93330 09h 43min	Frontier Airlines		$509
Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY0920, SY0391 16h 56min	Return 08/25/26 2 Stopovers (SAN, MCO) AS0426, AS0396, MX0854 22h 52min	Sun Country Airlines	?	$548
Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AA2299, AA3100 08h 22min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA2111, AA2683 08h 20min	American Airlines	?	$595
Raleigh-Durham San Francisco	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0474, AS0291 08h 22min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0426, AS0430 08h 02min	Alaska Airlines	?	$3,023

Roundtrip from	$296.19
Flight duration	min. 06:07 / max. 10:55
Return flight duration	min. 04:50/ max. 05:00
Distance	3858 km
Flights per week	23
Departure airport	Airport Raleigh-Durham International Airport , NC (RDU)
Arrival airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Destination country	Flights to United States
Departure airport - Destination country	Raleigh-Durham International Airport , NC - United States

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