Cheap flights from RDU to SFO (Raleigh - Durham Intl. to San Francisco Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from RDU to SFO starting at $124 One Way, $248 Round Trip

Prices starting at $248 for return flights and $124 for one-way flights to San Francisco Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
RDU
Raleigh
SFO
San Francisco
$248 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from Raleigh to San Francisco, returning Tue, Sep 22, priced at $248 found 19 hours ago
Thu, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 23
RDU
Raleigh
SFO
San Francisco
$250 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from Raleigh to San Francisco, returning Sun, Aug 23, priced at $250 found 5 hours ago
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
RDU
Raleigh
SFO
San Francisco
$253 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from Raleigh to San Francisco, returning Tue, Sep 22, priced at $253 found 19 hours ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
RDU
Raleigh
SFO
San Francisco
$303 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Raleigh to San Francisco, returning Mon, Oct 26, priced at $303 found 5 days ago
Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8
RDU
Raleigh
SFO
San Francisco
$307 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 2 from Raleigh to San Francisco, returning Tue, Sep 8, priced at $307 found 4 days ago

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Francisco Intl.

Grand Hyatt at SFO

Grand Hyatt at SFO

4 out of 5
55 S McDonnell Rd San Francisco CA
$279 nightly
The price is $312 total per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
$312 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,623 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Grand Hyatt at SFO
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
$199 nightly
The price is $224 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$224 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,898 reviews)
"Property very convenient to SF airport. Surprisingly quiet for its location. Breakfast included had egg choices as well as pastries and cereal. Coffee above average. Would stay again ona layover. About 10 minutes from SF so a bit of a drive ."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$127 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$150 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,889 reviews)
"Just a nice place"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

The Dylan at SFO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Francisco

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$195 nightly
The price is $230 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$230 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,556 reviews)
"The location and breakfast are great, was a little difficult finding the parking"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$144 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$169 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,851 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was really nice but when picking this hotel I set my filters to hotels that include breakfast and have hot tub. This hotel has neither. They charge $35 for breakfast and there’s only an outdoor pool and it’s windy and too cold to use."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
$147 nightly
The price is $173 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$173 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,357 reviews)
"Super fun, beautiful room with upgrade to balcony. Great stay"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Francisco Hotels With Airport Transportation

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$127 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$150 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,889 reviews)
"Just a nice place"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$149 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
$171 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,819 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
Sfo El Rancho Inn

Sfo El Rancho Inn

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,037 reviews)
"It feels like staying in a cheap motel."

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

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Sfo El Rancho Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Francisco Hotels

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
$60 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$72 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
6/10 (3,716 reviews)
"The hotel is currently undergoing a property-wide room renovation (according to the staff), and the investment is noticeable. My room appeared recently renovated with updated flooring, furniture, and a remodeled bathroom. The room was clean, functional, and looked significantly better than on previous ..."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$67 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$79 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The bathrooms are kept clean. Pot smoke was minimal in hallways. noise at night was minimal."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$149 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
$171 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,819 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4 out of 5
250 Beach Street San Francisco CA
$205 nightly
The price is $241 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$241 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,632 reviews)
"Great place and amenities. Perfect location to check out the wharf, catch a cable car or trolley."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.5 out of 5
150 Anza Blvd Burlingame CA
$155 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$176 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,163 reviews)
"Front desk was not as nice as from my other stay. Not too friendly, he might need to do a retrain for costumer service. First couple of hours in the room, I already noticed 4-5 bites on my son’s back. And when we checked out, he had a total of 10 bites. Please do some deep cleaning in each room. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

3.5 out of 5
250 Gateway Blvd South San Francisco CA
$135 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$159 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,487 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with spacious rooms. Love the open courtyard area too with the bar and restaurant!!"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

RDU to SFO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
RDU Address & GPS
Address:
Raleigh/Durham NC, 27623
United States
IATA Code:
RDU
Longitude:
-78.790862
Latitude:
35.873592
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to SFO?
We're about to make your trip even better. United Airlines flies direct from Raleigh–Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport, so you'll be hitting the tarmac and starting your fantastic adventure in no time.
What is the shortest flight from Raleigh–Durham Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The quickest flight from Raleigh to San Francisco is around 8 hours and 46 minutes. Grab a wine from the drink trolley, go over your travel itinerary or make friends with your seat mate — you'll have enough time on this medium-haul journey.
How many hours flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On a normal day, it takes 8 hours and 52 minutes to travel from RDU to SFO. Get through this medium-haul flight by watching movies and browsing a magazine or two. Alternatively, use the time to catch up on some sleep.
What airlines have the most flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to San Francisco Airport?
United Airlines is your ticket to a rewarding vacation. This respected carrier advertises 100 flights per month between Raleigh and San Francisco.

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