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Find cheap flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles from £91

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles departing on 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Raleigh to Los Angeles, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Los Angeles (RDU-LAX)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles 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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09:42 - 12:21RDU-LAX
5h 39mdirect
13:06 - 21:08LAX-RDU
5h 02mdirect
£158Breeze Airways
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Wed, 4 Sep - Wed, 18 Sep
17:05 - 22:34RDU-LAX
8h 29m1 stop
10:07 - 22:08LAX-RDU
9h 01m1 stop
£192JetBlue
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Tue, 30 Jul - Wed, 21 Aug
12:38 - 10:28RDU-LAX
24h 50m1 stop
17:25 - 17:35LAX-RDU
21h 10m1 stop
£220Sun Country Air
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Mon, 3 Jun - Wed, 5 Jun
11:36 - 22:43RDU-LAX
14h 07m1 stop
14:30 - 10:46LAX-RDU
17h 16m1 stop
£236Sun Country Air
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Tue, 2 Jul - Tue, 9 Jul
07:00 - 20:08RDU-LAX
16h 08m1 stop
10:45 - 18:33LAX-RDU
4h 48mdirect
£256Delta
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Sat, 7 Sep - Tue, 10 Sep
07:00 - 09:25RDU-LAX
5h 25mdirect
10:45 - 18:45LAX-RDU
5h 00mdirect
£272Delta
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Sun, 1 Sep - Thu, 5 Sep
18:59 - 10:47RDU-LAX
18h 48m1 stop
15:31 - 17:57LAX-RDU
23h 26m2 stops
£315Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 28 May - Wed, 29 May
18:59 - 08:30RDU-LAX
16h 31m1 stop
06:00 - 06:32LAX-RDU
21h 32m2 stops
£337Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 28 May - Tue, 4 Jun
17:18 - 22:15RDU-LAX
7h 57m1 stop
00:30 - 11:28LAX-RDU
7h 58m1 stop
£367United Airlines
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Tue, 13 Aug - Mon, 19 Aug
06:30 - 12:46RDU-LAX
9h 16m1 stop
00:30 - 11:28LAX-RDU
7h 58m1 stop
£379United Airlines
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Fri, 13 Sep - Tue, 17 Sep

Flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles is October, where tickets cost £325 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is £493 and £461 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 76 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Breeze Airways (£91) and JetBlue (£96). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Breeze Airways (£158) and JetBlue (£192).

How many flights are there between Raleigh and Los Angeles per day?

Each day, there are between 2 and 3 nonstop flights that take off from Raleigh and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 5h 29m. The most common departure time is 08:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 15 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Wednesday, when 20% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Raleigh and Los Angeles?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles take?

The average direct flight takes 5h 18m, covering a distance of 2,232 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Raleigh at 07:29 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 09:55.

What’s the latest departure time from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles jets off at 19:12 and lands at 21:43.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£91
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
Flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

  • What airlines is LAX a hub for?

    No other airport in the US serves as a hub or focus city for passenger airlines than LAX. It is a hub for airlines like Alaska, American, Delta, Polar Air, and United. It serves Allegiant Air, Southwest Airlines, and JetBlue as a focus city.

  • Where can I get assistance at RDU?

    RDU has information desks in each of its terminals you can visit in case you need assistance. The Terminal 1 desk is normally in service from 7 am to 12 am, while the Terminal 2 desk operates from 5:30 am to 12 am. As they are both manned by North Carolina travel agents, at either, you can count on getting the information you require.

  • What is the most convenient way to travel to RDU?

    To travel to RDU, you can board a bus or a taxi. As both these public means of transit are reliable, the one you settle on will be majorly influenced by the speed with which you’d like to get to RDU from the city center. If you’re in a rush, you should board a taxi. If you board a bus, you’ll be slower but spend less, as buses are cheaper than taxis.

  • Where can I store my luggage at LAX?

    Due to safety reasons, LAX doesn’t store goods for passengers. However, it has enlisted the services of an off-site company, LAX Luggage Storage, that serves that function. If you enlist their services, they will pick up your luggage from the LAX curbside and keep it for you for a small fee. When you require the baggage, they’ll deliver it to you once you call them.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles was £114 for a one-way ticket and £198 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    Raleigh airport is called Raleigh-Durham and the only airport in Los Angeles is Los Angeles.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Raleigh to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Raleigh to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Los Angeles, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    There are direct flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline.

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

    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 Los Angeles from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Raleigh to Los Angeles

  • In Raleigh, you’ll have to board your flight to Los Angeles at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), as it is the only airport that serves flights to LA from Raleigh. In Los Angeles, you can land at Ontario International Airport (ONT), Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). When booking your flight to Los Angeles, you should book one that lands at BUR, as this airport has low passenger traffic and is relatively close to Los Angeles.
  • If you’d like to park your car at RDU till you return, you can do so, given that the airport has three options for long-term parking: the Daily Lot, Economy Lot, and Valet Lot. As these lots are secure, you can rest assured that no matter how long you leave your car at one of the airport’s parking garages, you’ll find it untouched when you return.
  • If you’re disabled or have limited mobility issues, TSA has a care team at RDU that can assist you with all you need at the airport. To receive their services, you should call their office number 72h before your flight and inform the representative you’ll talk to the kind of assistance you need. On the date you’re set to travel, you’ll be welcomed by a TSA officer at the airport. He/she will ensure you get all the assistance you need until you get on your flight.
  • LAX has workstations available for passengers at all terminals. Thus, if you’d like to work a bit before continuing your journey, you can easily find a workstation to set up your own office space at.
  • Before departing LAX, you should visit its observation deck in the middle of the Central Terminal and art installations throughout the airport. At the observation deck, you’ll relax as you observe flights arriving and departing from the airport, while at its art installations, you’ll witness some of the best art pieces by local artists.
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Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Los Angeles?

Find which airlines fly direct from Raleigh-Durham to Los Angeles, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +7 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +7 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, +7 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +7 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +7 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, +7 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +7 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, +6 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +7 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Saturday

Breeze Airways, China Eastern, Delta, +3 more

Breeze Airways, China Eastern, +4 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, China Eastern, +5 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

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Book cheap flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights to Los Angeles from Raleigh found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Raleigh to Los Angeles found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
25/5Sat
directBreeze Airways
5h 25mRDU-LAX
£91
10/6Mon
1 stopJetBlue
9h 51mRDU-LAX
£96
22/5Wed
directBreeze Airways
5h 25mRDU-LAX
£107
19/7Fri
1 stopSun Country Air
19h 59mRDU-LAX
£118
17/6Mon
1 stopSun Country Air
25h 37mRDU-LAX
£126
4/6Tue
directDelta
5h 29mRDU-LAX
£137
25/7Thu
directDelta
5h 26mRDU-LAX
£164
20/8Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
11h 38mRDU-LAX
£188
12/5Sun
1 stopFrontier
28h 56mRDU-LAX
£191
20/5Mon
2 stopsUnited Airlines
16h 26mRDU-LAX
£269

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Last minute flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Raleigh to Los Angeles that are departing in the next 10 days.
8/5Wed
directBreeze Airways
5h 25mRDU-LAX
29/5Wed
directBreeze Airways
5h 01mLAX-RDU
£246
8/5Wed
directBreeze Airways
5h 25mRDU-LAX
18/5Sat
directBreeze Airways
5h 01mLAX-RDU
£283
8/5Wed
directBreeze Airways
5h 25mRDU-LAX
11/5Sat
directBreeze Airways
5h 01mLAX-RDU
£318
4/5Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
15h 57mRDU-LAX
7/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 44mLAX-RDU
£439
4/5Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
15h 57mRDU-LAX
7/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 44mLAX-RDU
£444
4/5Sat
multi-stopJetBlue
10h 31mRDU-LAX
6/5Mon
multi-stopJetBlue
9h 06mLAX-RDU
£570
7/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 30mRDU-LAX
16/5Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
24h 19mLAX-RDU
£580
7/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
22h 31mRDU-LAX
14/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
11h 36mLAX-RDU
£585
7/5Tue
directDelta
5h 29mRDU-LAX
16/5Thu
directDelta
4h 47mLAX-RDU
£694
7/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
9h 29mRDU-LAX
16/5Thu
directDelta
4h 47mLAX-RDU
£701

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Raleigh - Los Angeles Flights

Departure:

Raleigh (RDU)United States

Destination:

Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Cabin classes:

£341

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