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$104+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Durham, NC

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — RDU
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Thu 7/23
Thu 7/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Durham

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/314:40 pm
PHL
-
RDU
1 stop7h 24m
Frontier
Mon 8/312:04 pm
RDU
-
PHL
1 stop19h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:28 pm
PHL
-
RDU
1 stop6h 49m
Frontier
Sun 9/134:20 pm
RDU
-
PHL
1 stop6h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/227:20 am
PHL
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Frontier
Tue 7/289:43 am
RDU
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/257:20 am
PHL
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Frontier
Mon 7/2712:04 pm
RDU
-
PHL
1 stop19h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:20 am
PHL
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Frontier
Tue 7/287:45 pm
RDU
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/37:20 am
PHL
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 25m
Frontier
Tue 7/77:45 pm
RDU
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/227:20 am
PHL
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Frontier
Mon 7/2712:04 pm
RDU
-
PHL
1 stop19h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:28 pm
PHL
-
RDU
1 stop6h 49m
Frontier
Tue 9/293:05 pm
RDU
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/244:40 pm
PHL
-
RDU
1 stop7h 24m
Frontier
Thu 7/306:14 pm
RDU
-
PHL
1 stop13h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 6/18$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/174:40 pm
PHL
-
RDU
1 stop7h 24m
Frontier
Sun 7/196:14 pm
RDU
-
PHL
1 stop13h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/284:45 pm
PHL
-
RDU
1 stop7h 14m
Frontier
Sun 8/3010:11 pm
RDU
-
PHL
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/17:20 am
PHL
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 25m
Frontier
Mon 7/67:46 pm
RDU
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19$191

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Durham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philadelphia to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated June 23, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$104
(Super.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$260
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Durham that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Durham that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Tue 6/30

7:20 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/7

10:22 pm-8:47 am

1 stop10h 25m

$207
Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Tue 7/21

5:16 pm-6:49 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/24

7:46 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$213

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Thu 9/3

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/6

6:30 am-4:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$245

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Tue 6/30

7:20 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/7

6:50 am-8:05 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$263

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Mon 7/13

6:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/20

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

$429

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Sat 8/1

6:10 am-9:34 am

1 stop3h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/4

6:00 am-5:52 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$430

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Wed 7/22

6:20 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/29

11:15 am-10:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$467

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Tue 6/30

6:20 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/7

11:15 am-10:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$679

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Fri 9/18

12:29 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops8h 26m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/21

2:55 pm-12:41 am

2 stops9h 46m

$709

PhiladelphiaRaleigh

PHL - RDU

PHLRDU

Philadelphia

Sun 7/5

6:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-5:52 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$715

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Durham

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Durham

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 23, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Durham is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Durham

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Durham. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 23, 2026.

The most flights from PHL to DU8 are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Durham?

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Durham. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Durham flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Durham. Reviews last updated June 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and Frontier from Philadelphia to Durham by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,746 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Food

6.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Susie,Jan 2026

DAY - CLT

We weren’t offered any beverages on this flight. It was not bumpy at all
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,746 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,746 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Food

6.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Susie,Jan 2026

DAY - CLT

We weren’t offered any beverages on this flight. It was not bumpy at all
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,870 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,746 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Food

6.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Susie,Jan 2026

DAY - CLT

We weren’t offered any beverages on this flight. It was not bumpy at all

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Durham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Durham?

    If you book a flight to Durham from Philadelphia, you will be flying from Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 12 flights from Philadelphia to Durham per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Durham flight route?

    The Philadelphia to Durham flight path was viewed by 172 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Durham?

    A quick flight from Philadelphia to Durham can take about 1h 25m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $207. Airlines will cover a distance of 337 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Durham one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $45. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Philadelphia to Durham for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Durham?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to Durham consider choosing Republic Airways (96%), Alaska Airlines (85%) or Frontier (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Durham?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Durham? While on average our users pay $218, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $104. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Raleigh-Durham), is priced around $181.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Durham that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Durham flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Durham?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to Durham.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Durham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Durham by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Durham

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to Durham. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$68Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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