On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Raleigh to San Francisco. The 3,879 km flight is operated with a frequency of about 6 flights per week.
The main carrier on this route is United Airlines (UA). Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low price calendar and the price trend chart to find the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Raleigh → San Francisco on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 42 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines. Departures from Raleigh-Durham International Airport airports, arrivals at San Francisco International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Raleigh — San Francisco by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 462 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 683 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Raleigh → San Francisco, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 850 | low | May | AED 968 | medium | Sep | AED 898 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,039 | high | Jun | AED 1,087 | high | Oct | AED 898 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,063 | high | Jul | AED 874 | low | Nov | AED 968 | medium |
| Apr | AED 945 | medium | Aug | AED 992 | medium | Dec | AED 1,087 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate at the destination is mild: the warmest month is September with an average temperature of 24.4°C, while the wettest month is December. The period from June to October has the lowest precipitation, making it a comfortable time for travel.
In terms of savings, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for December, when ticket prices start AED 462. Prices peak in March, when the minimum fare rises to AED 683.
The best choice for a combination of weather and cost is October, with prices starting AED 472. It is recommended to avoid booking for February and March if your priority is a minimal travel budget.
One key airline operates on this route — United Airlines (UA), which performs about 6 flights weekly. This provides a stable direct connection between the airports; a detailed schedule and available flight options are presented in the list below.
Flights Raleigh — San Francisco depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive at San Francisco International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time for the 3,879 km distance is about 4 hours and 40 minutes, depending on the aircraft type and headwind strength.
Regular flights between these cities are provided by United Airlines (UA).
Flights from Raleigh arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Detailed information on how to get from the airport to the city can be found on our website.
Ticket prices are constantly changing. You can see the current minimum in the low price calendar block on this page.
To get the best price, it is recommended to book seats 1–2 months before your trip and monitor the price trend chart to choose the most favorable moment.
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