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Cheapest round-trip
$255
Typical prices: $333-$489
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/28Wed 11/7
SJC - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$151
Typical prices: $181-$392
Frontier
Fri 11/16
SJC - RDU • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $254 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Raleigh (SJC-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Raleigh

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:37 am - 5:49 pmSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 12m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:22 pm - 10:31 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
8h 09m1 stop San Diego
$255Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:51 pm - 5:41 pmSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 50m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:22 pm - 10:31 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
8h 09m1 stop San Diego
$255Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 11:15 pmSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 10:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
7h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$255Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 12:24 amSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:27 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
8h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$257Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:19 pmSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 10:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
8h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$260United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 6:05 pmSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
4:20 pm - 9:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$261Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:44 pmSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 59m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 9:08 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
10h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$265United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 12:24 amSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:11 pm - 8:28 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
8h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$273Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:38 pmSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:06 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
8h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 12:22 amSJC  San Jose-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:07 am - 11:04 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SJC San Jose
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$371American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Raleigh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Jose to Raleigh with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Raleigh start at $255. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $333 to $489. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $255 on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Raleigh?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Raleigh, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Raleigh at $290 round-trip.
•April ($527) and December ($487) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Jose to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from San Jose to Raleigh are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Jose to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$151
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Jose to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Jose to Raleigh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Raleigh?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Raleigh:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Jose to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 2,372 miles.

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

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Jose to Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Raleigh range from $333 to $489, with an average of $391 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Jose to Raleigh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 29% above the route average of $391. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose to Raleigh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $255 to $1,994. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Jose to Raleigh looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Jose to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Raleigh?

    Flights from San Jose to Raleigh usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Raleigh pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Jose to Raleigh most commonly connect through:

    • San Diego (SAN) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

    San Diego (SAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Raleigh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the San Jose to Raleigh route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $349 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $451, a difference of $102. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Raleigh?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 13m, compared with 7h 49m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 53m via San Diego (SAN).

  • What is the time difference between San Jose and Raleigh?

    Raleigh is 3 hours ahead of San Jose (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Jose to Raleigh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $349 - about $102 less than Saturday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Raleigh trip for January. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $237 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.
    - Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    - Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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