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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,354. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.R 1,604 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,604, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,731 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,731, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,964 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,964, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,199 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,199, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,204 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,204, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,958 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,958, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,962 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,962, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,225 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,225, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,890 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,890, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,893 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,893, select.
Los Angeles.R 4,596 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,596, select.
Los Angeles.R 4,675 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,675, select.
Los Angeles.R 4,675 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,675, select.
Los Angeles.R 4,676 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,676, select.
Los Angeles.R 4,677 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,677, select.
Los Angeles.R 4,678 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,678, select.

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

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 International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 2,962
Aug
from R 1,964
Sep
from R 1,731
Oct
from R 1,604
Nov
from R 2,199
Dec
from R 2,204
Jan
from R 3,893
Feb
from R 2,958
Mar
from R 3,890
Apr
from R 4,678
May
from R 4,680
Jun
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Direct flights from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles International

Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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Durham to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,604
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week75

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles International is R 3,354. 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.
5 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles International.
American Airlines, Qantas and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles International.
As of July 2026, there are 75 flights per week flying from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Los Angeles International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday, 20 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 31 minutes.
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 International 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.

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.

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

Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Durham.

  • Every week, there are 18 Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 06:30 Delta Air Lines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:20 with Delta Air Lines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your RDU to LAX flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • With direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Los Angeles (and then other destinations in the United States) is easy. You can travel nonstop with:

  • American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • With an impressive 89.83% of services arriving on schedule, Delta has the best on-time performance for RDU to LAX flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and LAX:

    • Nashville Airport

    • Chicago Midway Airport

    • Kansas City International Airport

Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

  • When it comes to Raleigh / Durham Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

  • From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in March.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from RDU to LAX in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key reasons to visit.

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