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Flight deals from Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Diego International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 21,303. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.₹ 6,959 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 6,959, select.
San Diego.₹ 7,528 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 7,528, select.
San Diego.₹ 8,580 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 8,580, select.
San Diego.₹ 10,372 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,372, select.
San Diego.₹ 10,509 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,509, select.
San Diego.₹ 11,473 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 11,473, select.
San Diego.₹ 11,893 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 11,893, select.
San Diego.₹ 12,418 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 12,418, select.
San Diego.₹ 14,333 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 19 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 14,333, select.
San Diego.₹ 16,554 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 16,554, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from ₹ 14,333
Jun
from ₹ 7,528
Jul
from ₹ 11,893
Aug
from ₹ 8,580
Sep
from ₹ 6,959
Oct
from ₹ 11,473
Nov
from ₹ 10,509
Dec
from ₹ 10,372
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Direct flights from Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International

Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International: Alternative routes

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

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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from ₹ 6,959
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McClellan-Palomar

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Durham to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 6,959
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week11

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International is ₹ 15,987. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International.
Alaska Airlines and Breeze Airways fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International.
As of May 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to San Diego International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to San Diego International Airport on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 30 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 San Diego International 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Breeze Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

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

  • Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

  • San Diego is three hours behind Durham and observes the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to SAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Breeze Airways is your gateway to exploring San Diego (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Breeze Airways.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RDU and SAN:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Nashville International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is ₹ 6,959. A return fare right now is ₹ 15,987. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from RDU to SAN by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from RDU to SAN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

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

Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU arrive at their destination on time.

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.

  • From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It typically takes 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Diego. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Diego International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from RDU to SAN in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited San Diego, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its popular sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are the start of reasons to visit.

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