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$48+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia (RDU - PHL)

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 12/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — PHL
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:47 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/126:00 amPHL - RDU
1 stop8h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$107
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:47 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Tue 12/306:00 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$116
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/269:47 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Mon 12/296:00 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$117
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/279:47 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Wed 12/316:00 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$118
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/269:47 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Wed 12/316:00 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$119
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:24 pmRDU - PHL
1 stop24h 06mFrontier
Tue 1/1312:46 pmPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$122
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:47 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Mon 1/55:10 amPHL - RDU
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$129
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:24 pmRDU - PHL
1 stop24h 06mFrontier
Fri 1/26:00 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$130
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:47 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Wed 12/312:25 pmPHL - RDU
1 stop9h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$131
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:31 amRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 31mFrontier
Thu 12/257:18 pmPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$136
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:31 amRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 31mFrontier
Sun 12/288:05 pmPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$137

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$107
(Priceline)

One-way from

$48
(Super.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$186

Good round-trip deal

$151 or less

Good one-way deal

$83 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

3:27 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/23

1:02 pm-2:32 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$110

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/14

6:10 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 04m

Philadelphia

Sat 1/17

5:20 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$110

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/11

9:11 am-10:43 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Philadelphia

Thu 1/15

6:30 am-8:07 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$118

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/20

1:26 pm-2:52 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/23

1:02 pm-2:32 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$118

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

3:27 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Philadelphia

Sun 2/22

1:08 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$120

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/5

9:47 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Philadelphia

Thu 1/8

7:12 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 00m

$121

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/31

8:31 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Philadelphia

Wed 1/7

7:12 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 00m

$130

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 12/27

9:47 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Philadelphia

Sun 12/28

8:05 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$138

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/8

3:50 pm-1:14 am

1 stop9h 24m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/11

5:40 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$144

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/29

8:14 pm-8:37 am

1 stop12h 23m

Philadelphia

Fri 1/2

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$151

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Philadelphia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia (average of $41). Flying from Raleigh to Philadelphia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $81). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 83% on flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for Raleigh to Philadelphia flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Raleigh to Philadelphia trip
Airports
RDU

RDU offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminals. Connect to the 'RDU Free WiFi' network for easy access.

Read more about RDUBy John Walton
PHL

For quick access to downtown, use SEPTA from PHL. Stations are near Terminals A, B, C/D, and E/F.

Read more about PHLBy Mark Chesnut
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on RDU

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines and Frontier from Raleigh to Philadelphia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

    Booking a flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Philadelphia (PHL) is your only option if you wish to fly from Raleigh to Philadelphia. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Philadelphia, all of which are around 1h 28m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Raleigh-Durham to Philadelphia.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Philadelphia flight route?

    The Raleigh-Durham to Philadelphia flight path was viewed by 128 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?

    A quick flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia can take about 1h 34m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $110. The distance from Raleigh to Philadelphia is about 337 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Frontier, at $68, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Philadelphia. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Frontier is 60% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $39. Users have also found prices from $130 and $178 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Raleigh to Philadelphia on time: Aer Lingus (83%), American Airlines (73%), PSA Airlines (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest flight price from Raleigh to Philadelphia is $39. On average you can expect to pay $844. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $87.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia (average of $41). Flying from Raleigh to Philadelphia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $81). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$68Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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