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Quick Flight Summary from Raleigh Durham to San Francisco

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $254
  • Direct flight duration 7 hour 12 min
  • Arrival airports EMB / SFO
  • Best days to book Wednesday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $273

Cheapest flights from Raleigh Durham to San Francisco

Shortest Flight

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines
19 Oct, Mon
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
8h 18m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
24 Sep, Thu
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
9h 58m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
30 Sep, Wed
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
9h 58m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Sun Country Airlines

Sun Country Airlines
16 Oct, Fri
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
8h 21m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
6 Oct, Tue
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
10h 49m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
17 Oct, Sat
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
9h 38m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
18 Oct, Sun
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
9h 38m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
20 Oct, Tue
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
9h 38m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
21 Oct, Wed
Raleigh Durham – San Francisco
9h 38m
1 stop
RDUSFO

Last update: 09 September 2026 19:58

Estimated Prices for Raleigh Durham to San Francisco Flights

Cheapest Day3 October Saturday
Best Price
$252
Average Price
$282
$380
$252
$366
12Sat
Sep
$380
13Sun
$302
14Mon
$302
15Tue
$302
16Wed
$314
17Thu
$302
18Fri
$302
19Sat
$314
20Sun
$277
21Mon
$277
22Tue
$277
23Wed
$277
24Thu
$277
25Fri
$277
26Sat
$277
27Sun
$277
28Mon
$277
29Tue
$254
30Wed
01Thu
Oct
$258
02Fri
$252
03Sat
$252
04Sun
$252
05Mon
$254
06Tue
$252
07Wed
$277
08Thu
$252
09Fri
$252
10Sat
$252
11Sun

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Raleigh Durham City Center

Raleigh Durham Intl. Airport

There are plenty of options for passengers who want to travel to Raleigh Durham International Airport from the surrounding city centers. Passengers who come to the airport from the center usually prefer taxi, rental car, private service and transfer vehicles. Moreover, each of these options is extremely affordable and comfortable. There is no direct bus or train to get to the airport from the center but once you arrive at certain points, you can reach the airport terminals without any difficulty by transferring to taxis or shuttles. Hotel shuttles are among the vehicles quick and affordable options that can carry you to the airport from the door of your hotel.

Taxi

From both Raleigh and Durham you can arrive at the airport at a cost of about $ 30 with taxis. The taxi fare for the passengers coming from both settlements is about 30 dollars. This fare can vary depending on the distance to the center of the city. If you arrive at airport from Cary, you will have to pay an average of $ 21. However, if you are coming from Chapel Hill, you will have to pay an average taxi fare of $ 38- $ 40 to arrive at the airport. The airport is about 18 miles from Chapel Hill. If you need to travel from a remote area to the airport, you can use buses or trains first, then stop at the station or terminal and then take a taxi to the airport.

Transfer Service

You can get to the airport by a private transfer service from the places around the airport. The fees for these vehicles are usually not too low. They transport you directly from your hotel or from your location to the airport. Other alternatives to private transfer services such as shared transfer vehicles and tour companies' services are more affordable.

Private Transfer Service

To get to Raleigh Durham Airport from the city center by private transfer, you can choose one of the vehicles of different companies such as A Ride Transportation, Affordable Car Transportation or Advance Travel Shuttle. Transfer companies usually have similar vehicles and services. If you plan to use these means to get to the airport from the city, you should make your reservation a few days in advance.

Limousine

Limousines are among the most costly options to travel from Raleigh Durham Airport to the center. You can make reservations by contacting AA & D Executive Transportation, which is one of the most preferred limo companies, on (919), 877-9599, so that you will picked up from your desired location by limousine. If you want to make a decision by taking offers from different companies, you can check out the limousine companies that serve in the vicinity by browsing the airport's site.

Airport Shuttle

If you prefer to access the airport from wherever you are, by a more economical option, you can contact Skylink Shuttle on (919) 233-3952 for information on the shuttle options available to the airport. Other options include You2RDU, A & P Shuttle and White Glove Transportation which can be contacted on (919) 424-9788.

Airport Bus

Buses of private tour companies are also frequently preferred vehicles to reach the airport. You can directly reach the airport by choosing among Academy Bus, Carolina Livery and AT & T Charter Service. If you would like to contact the Academy Bus from the most preferred companies for further information please contact (919) 688-1230. The Star Ship and Daniels Tours are some of the options offering the same service around the airport.

Hotel Shuttle

Another easy and quick way to get to Raleigh Durham Airport is to take advantage of hotel shuttles. Moreover, the number of options in this issue is not small. Many hotels like Courtyard by Marriott, Hampton Inn, Sheraton Imperial and Hyatt Place West have direct services to the airport. To take advantage of these services, all you need to do is inform your hotel staff about your flight time and make a reservation for the appropriate shuttle. If your choice is an economical option, try to find out the service charges before making a reservation. Although some hotels provide this service to their customers free of charge, some may ask for a fee.

Car Rental

From wherever you come to the airport, it is possible that you will find an office of the car rental companies such as Hertz, National, AVIS, Alamo, Payless and Dollar near you. Once you have rented your car from these companies, you can find the airport without difficulty with navigation. Moreover, all these rental companies have rental offices in Raleigh Durham International Airport. Thus, when you enter the airport terminal, you can come directly to the rental office to deliver your vehicle and continue your journey. If you would like to contact Alamo, one of the most preferred options in this regard, before you rent your car, you can contact them at 800-327-9633, or you can contact Budget at 800-527-0700.

Bus and Train

While trains and buses are not directly going to the airport, they are often among the preferred alternatives as a means of transfer. Once you arrive at one of the stations close to the airport with Amtrak trains, you can take a taxi from here and you can make your journey to the airport within minutes. Similarly when you arrive at a terminal near the airport by bus, you can travel by taxi to the airport.

Airport Information

Raleigh Durham International Airport is within easy reach of the centers in the immediate vicinity. ACC American Cafe, La Tapenede, Char Grill and Starbucks are among the places that can be preferred in Terminal 1 which is filled with many cafes, restaurants, shops, at the airport. Places at Terminal 2 include 42nd St. Oyster Bar, Bruegger's Bagels, A & W All American Food, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Five Guys Burgers and Fries and California Pizza Kitchen.

If you want to browse the stores and buy souvenirs without leaving the airport, you will encounter alternatives such as Flight Stop, 2nd Edition Booksellers, Brooks Brothers, Life is good, Best Buy Express and Travellab. The free internet connection for passengers wanting to connect to the internet, the charging stations where you can charge your mobile phone and computer, and check-in kiosks are also available at the airport. Some of the services offered at the Raleigh Durham airport include flower vending machines from where you can buy flowers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, areas where you can shine your bag or baggage and XpresSpa where you can enjoy a massage while waiting for your flight.

Transportation to San Francisco City Center from Airport

San Francisco Intl. Airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.

San Francisco Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Friday
11 Sep
Fog
20°14°
Today
Saturday
12 Sep
Cloudy
20°15°
Sunday
13 Sep
Cloudy
20°13°
Monday
14 Sep
Cloudy
23°15°
Tuesday
15 Sep
Cloudy
20°15°

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Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Raleigh Durham-San Francisco flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Raleigh Durham-San Francisco flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Raleigh Durham-San Francisco flights, you can use Raleigh Durham Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Raleigh Durham-San Francisco is 3867 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Raleigh Durham-San Francisco flights is Saturday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Alaska Airlines starts from approximately $203.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Alaska Airlines
$203
American Airlines
$277
1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / In-flight Entertainment
Delta Air Lines
$252
1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
Sun Country Airlines
$218
1 piece handbag

Last update: 09.09.2026

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