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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Typical prices: $362-$509
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/15Tue 9/22
RDU - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$152
Typical prices: $168-$508
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/25
RDU - SJC • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $303 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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Cheapest • Avg $299 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 28m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to San Jose (RDU-SJC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to San Jose that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to San Jose

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 11:19 am
RDU
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SJC
20h 29m
1 stop
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7:29 am - 6:10 pm
SJC
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RDU
7h 41m
1 stop
$303Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 26
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5:50 pm - 11:19 am
RDU
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SJC
20h 29m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 6:10 pm
SJC
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RDU
7h 41m
1 stop
$323Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1
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5:50 pm - 10:56 pm
RDU
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SJC
8h 06m
1 stop
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7:29 am - 6:10 pm
SJC
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RDU
7h 41m
1 stop
$325Alaska Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20
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7:08 pm - 11:55 pm
RDU
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SJC
7h 47m
1 stop
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7:29 am - 6:10 pm
SJC
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RDU
7h 41m
1 stop
$332Alaska Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 21
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5:50 pm - 10:56 pm
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SJC
8h 06m
1 stop
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8:17 pm - 6:10 pm
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RDU
18h 53m
1 stop
$333Alaska Airlines
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17
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7:08 pm - 7:11 pm
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SJC
27h 03m
1 stop
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7:13 am - 6:01 pm
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RDU
7h 48m
1 stop
$343Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
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5:50 pm - 6:04 pm
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SJC
27h 14m
1 stop
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7:29 am - 6:10 pm
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RDU
7h 41m
1 stop
$345Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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7:25 am - 11:36 am
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SJC
7h 11m
1 stop
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10:40 pm - 11:21 am
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RDU
9h 41m
1 stop
$347Delta
Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 21
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7:08 pm - 11:55 pm
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SJC
7h 47m
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7:29 am - 6:10 pm
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RDU
7h 41m
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$349Alaska Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23
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7:08 pm - 11:55 pm
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SJC
7h 47m
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7:29 am - 6:10 pm
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7h 41m
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$350Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to San Jose flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to San Jose to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Raleigh to San Jose, California?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Raleigh to San Jose, California departing in September.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to San Jose?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to San Jose, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to San Jose is July, where tickets cost $322 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $548 and $453 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to San Jose?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to San Jose, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to San Jose, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 47% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$152
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to San Jose

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to San Jose?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to San Jose was $152 for a one-way ticket and $303 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and San Jose?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to San Jose?

    On your way to San Jose, you’ll fly out from Raleigh-Durham. You’ll be landing at San Jose.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to San Jose?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to San Jose?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and San Jose, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to San Jose, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to San Jose are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $408 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $408 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to San Jose?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Raleigh to San Jose.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Raleigh to San Jose?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Jose from Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Raleigh to San Jose?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Jose with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and SJC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Raleigh to San Jose?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Jose from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Raleigh to San Jose

 
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7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12605 reviews
8.5Crew
7.1Food
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7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
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Check in & bag drop was straightforward. Alaskair changed the gate approx 40 min before departure, and I only became aware due to Google wallet update to my boarding pass. Had to move from gate N1 to C9 which required use of the Train, luckily I had time available.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2026
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Check in & bag drop was straightforward. Alaskair changed the gate approx 40 min before departure, and I only became aware due to Google wallet update to my boarding pass. Had to move from gate N1 to C9 which required use of the Train, luckily I had time available.

Flight delayed no communication. The gate was changed so many times.

I wasn’t aware that we needed to supply our own screens for entertainment

I was standing in line to use the restroom. A First Class passenger wanted to use the restroom after me, but Jaques made me wait on Flight 3418 from BOI to SJC on December 12, 2025. I felt this was inappropriate and rude.

Look at my previous review I just wrote on this survey. It was awful!

The airline staff was great! The best safety review ive ever had!

Hawaiian Airlines, like most US-based ones, constantly provide sub-par service and pack their planes to the max with all kinds of last-minute-purchase schemes. As a result, it makes every flight so uncomfortable and generates high health risk for its passengers. In one word, GREED rules the day!

generally good. No snacks or drinks on the flight 3379 from Portland to San Jose, CA. Sad.

Terrible airport. It took over one hour to pass checkpoint and security gate. We stood under the sun in the long line

The confusion from Alaskan Airlines to American, no one at the front desk of Alaskan told me I didn't have a flight, which made me miss my flight that was transferred over to American TERRIBLE customer service at Alaskan!! American Airlines was a great experience. Alaskan TERRIBLE!

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

The plane arrived 25 minutes late, and the Wi-Fi was slower than it usually is.

It was cancelled at the last minute. Left us scrambling. Totally unacceptable

Seats are tight. You pay extra to get to board early so you can sit with your companion. If not, you possibly will end up sitting in a middle seat if you are boarding group C.

Flight was on time and the crew was very nice.

Lost cabin pressure and had go back to the originating airport. We were left sitting on the plane for more than 30 minutes with no directions from Southwest on what was going on, other than the app telling us there would be a flight at 12:30 AM. I finally got off and went directly to a SW desk and rebooked for the next day. I understand that malfunctions happen, but SW was totally unprepared to manage the situation and did not serve the passengers. To make matters worse, they took one hour to find my checked bag.

Flight was delayed for 1 hour. Otherwise it was a fairly normal Southwest experience

Main flight attendant made light of the delay and presented some humor to lighten the tempestuous situation. Delayed flight took off 2 hours after scheduled time.

More assistance and clarity for travelers with gate checking and lap children

Gate agent showed up 20 minutes before boarding and was not at all friendly. Had to take this flight due to the one on the day before being cancelled and any later options were already full with long standby lists. Despite having paid for Delta Comfort seats, Delta did not allow me (or anyone) to choose their seat. The agent assigned them for everyone just prior to boarding. Self seat selection was allowed on the original flight. Flight staff was great - very friendly.

Two delays on two separate planes with parts they could not easily find and replace.

The agent at check in and at the gate were less than thrilled to be at work. I'm not a fan of Kayak's placement on the plane. I got put in the middle seat and none of my preferences were used.

The cabin temperature was nice and cool. The wifi was not working.

Everything was good except wifi and a leaking drink chiller. The floor was all wet and my bag was soaked. Did not notice until debarking. Have not heard back from Delta. Even though this was leg one of an international flight in first class, they denied access to their Sky Club - very disappointing!

Flight was delayed, 30+ bags had to be gate checked. Crew were very friendly!

Flight was 3 hours late so only had an OK experience

Had to change aircraft due to a faulty door. Surprisingly it only caused about an hour and a half of delay. Delta handled this situation as well as can be expected.

Crew was not friendly when I went to request a seat change.

Comfort+ on delta was excellent room for a 6’4” male. No one issues. Staff was great. Flight was bumpy but the pilot did everything he could to make it comfortable. Internet went out half way through the flight. I am glad I didn’t pay for it. But that was a huge issue for users.

I didn’t have a seat assignment and my seat was very dirty on the flight from Frankfurt to Budapest.

Turbulent taking off & landing to Dulles from Raleigh. Flight from Dulles to Tokyo very good!!

Food is terrible. Flight is outdated and seats are not comfy.

Good flight. On time. Boarding and seating was easy. Crew were really friendly, yet professional. Bathroom (by cockpit) was small but serviceable. Some the seats were showing some notable wear & tear, but were comfy. Very happy UA customer. TY! 🤛🏽💗

Boarding was easy. RDU gates can get crowded, be prepared to be patient. Flight was smooth, with excellent service. Pilots really provided a lot of visibility into flight details. Plane and seats were clean and serviceable. TY!

Crew was very cooperative and professional. Passenger's first checked in bag should be free.

All flights were on time and boarding was issue free

Water service would be great. The way they board is terrible. Slow passengers first😂😂 They need to smart up a bit

Got automatically assigned middle seats unless you fork out extra money for a seat assignment, not impressed.

Late by nearly 2 hours due to taking that long to change a tire on the plane.

I found the seats ergonomically uncomfortable forcing the body to seat slightly hunched. For a short flight I worked on adjustments but for a longer flight, it would be difficult.

For some unknown reason, my checked bag didn't arrive at the same time. I got to my destination about 30 minutes late (5pm) and my bag was delivered to my hotel at 2:06am.... in the past 4 flights with AA, they been delayed and I've missed connections and my bags. Poor service.

Check in for 5am flight at RDU was hampered by American check in counters being seriously understaffed , was told even supervisor called out. Took so long in line for special services check in that we missed our 5am departure even after arriving at 3:30am. Had to be rescheduled to later flight from Charlotte to St Thomas.

Awfully rude American worker at door when we started boarding flight. Then, walk into a blazing hot airplane with no air conditioning until twenty minutes into the flight. Free entertainment was non existent! My husband, along with the fellow passenger in our row, and I could not get entertainment to work, no WIFI! Really?? Been flying American a long time. Was very disappointed.

Flight delayed and missed connection. Rescheduled flight cancelled after 6 hrs wait. Rerouted thru ORD, flight cancelled, overnight stay in ORD. Still in the air on new flight!

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

This flight never occurred because AA couldn’t get their act together.

Everything was great except boarding for the flight from Charlotte to Raleigh and seating from New Orleans to Charlotte.

For an over three hour long flight one pack of cookies was not enough.

Unlike other airlines, did not allow for basic economy flexibility for new COVID spike. Disappointing.

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