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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $236. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Los Angeles.$222 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 27, returning Tue, Nov 3.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, Oct 27, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Nov 3, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $222, select.

Los Angeles.$223 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11, returning Wed, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.

Los Angeles.$236 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 21, returning Mon, Oct 26.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, Oct 21, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Oct 26, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Los Angeles.$266 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11, returning Wed, Dec 2.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Dec 2, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.

Los Angeles.$283 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 10, returning Tue, Dec 15.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, Dec 10, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Dec 15, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $283, select.

Los Angeles.$293 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 16, returning Sat, Jan 23.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, Jan 16, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Jan 23, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.

Los Angeles.$323 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 10, returning Fri, Dec 4.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, Oct 10, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Fri, Dec 4, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.

Los Angeles.$323 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 11, returning Sat, Feb 6.Round-trip flight with Breeze Airways and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, Jan 11, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Feb 6, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.

Los Angeles.$324 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 30, returning Tue, Oct 6.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Oct 6, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.

Los Angeles.$376 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 4, returning Mon, Feb 8.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, Feb 4, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Feb 8, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $376, select.

Los Angeles.$381 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 22, returning Tue, Sep 29.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, Sep 22, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Sep 29, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.

Los Angeles.$404 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 12, returning Mon, Jan 4.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, Dec 12, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Jan 4, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $404, select.

Los Angeles.$415 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 30, returning Sat, Feb 13.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, Jan 30, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Feb 13, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $415, select.

Los Angeles.$431 per passenger.Departing Sat, Feb 27, returning Wed, Mar 3.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, Feb 27, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Mar 3, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $431, select.

Los Angeles.$435 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 24, returning Sat, Dec 5.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, Nov 24, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Dec 5, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.

Los Angeles.$436 per passenger.Departing Sat, Feb 27, returning Wed, Mar 3.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, Feb 27, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Mar 3, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Durham to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$222
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	5 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	90

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.

How much are round-trip flights from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles is $222. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles?

5 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles.

Which airlines fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles?

American Airlines, Qantas and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles.

How many flights are there a week from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles?

There are 180 flights per week flying from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles, as of September 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles is usually October.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Los Angeles?

If you're flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the center of Los Angeles. We've found flights to this airport from $222.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 37 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Los Angeles?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Los Angeles?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 8°C. The rainiest month is February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

Expect to be traveling for 4 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8. The city is three hours behind Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are 18 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from RDU to LAX is the 06:30 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:20 with Delta Air Lines.
For a relaxed start to your RDU to Los Angeles flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Begin your trip at RDU and fly nonstop to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles tickets.
Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles include:
Traveling from central Durham to RDU takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to RDU:
Of all flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles

$112 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles flight. Return plane tickets start at $222. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from RDU to Los Angeles.
June is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from RDU to Los Angeles.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 29 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from RDU to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

The center of Los Angeles is around 29 kilometers from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near VNY. Kick back and get cozy after your RDU to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:
In general, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from VNY as soon as you know your dates.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month for a trip to Los Angeles. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Los Angeles around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

After booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Los Angeles, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are top attractions which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometers southeast to San Diego to tick off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
San Jose is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometers northwest of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.