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 $72 One Way, $183 Round Trip

Prices starting at $183 for return flights and $72 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.

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Francisco Intl.

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
$108 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$125 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,905 reviews)
Older property but clean and can leave vehicles and take an Uber to the airport.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport

3 out of 5
401 E Millbrae Ave, Millbrae, CA
$122 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$141 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,202 reviews)
Love the airport shuttle

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Aloft San Francisco Airport
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
$82 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$93 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,308 reviews)
Good Rooms with greate view

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
$123 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$145 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,729 reviews)
Clean room, easy access to everything

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

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

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
$142 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
$168 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,985 reviews)
Nice hotel close to Fisherman’s Wharf and easy access to public transportation. Professional and friendly staff that make your stay pleasant and easygoing.

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
$208 nightly
The price is $245 total per night from Nov 21 to Nov 22
$245 total
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,956 reviews)
Me and my boyfriend enjoyed and loved our stay for a weekend getaway. I wanted to recognize "Mucha" on the service desk. Her customer service skills is just superb. She was professional and friendly at the same time. We will be back for sure.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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
$107 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$128 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,769 reviews)
Great place. Attention to details. Best place in area. Highly recommended

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$131 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,477 reviews)
Room was perfect for airport proximity early flight and included everything we needed…parking, coffee, and good TV. Good value. Neighborhood has some questionable characters hanging out though.

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Hotel Skye SFO
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
$108 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$125 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,905 reviews)
Older property but clean and can leave vehicles and take an Uber to the airport.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
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
$61 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$73 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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 ...
5.8/10 (2,697 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA
$55 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$65 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
I was really satisfied with everything from the front desk person , the surrounding and the room was well maintained!!! I recommend it if you need a place to stay if on vacation!! So many great restaurants and places are just a walk away !!!

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$131 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,477 reviews)
Room was perfect for airport proximity early flight and included everything we needed…parking, coffee, and good TV. Good value. Neighborhood has some questionable characters hanging out though.

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

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
$148 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$175 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,255 reviews)
Amazing game room! Nice staff

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

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
$122 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$139 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,735 reviews)
Room was good. TV did not work. Restaurant staff is always good and so is the food. Still trying to figure out why I pay $45 to park in an unsecured lot and get to schlep my stuff from the car. What happened to bell service? Would have parked in front to unload but there were buses there with flight ...

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

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
$147 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$172 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,203 reviews)
Rec

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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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