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$78+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Phoenix

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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — PHX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Phoenix are usually found in August or September, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Phoenix

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$221
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$457
From Raleigh-Durham to Phoenix
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/267:30 amRDU - PHX
1 stop16h 49mFrontier
Mon 7/2811:59 pmPHX - RDU
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$221
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/145:10 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop8h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/1911:34 pmPHX - RDU
1 stop13h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$223
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/215:59 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop19h 09mSun Country Air
Wed 7/304:51 pmPHX - RDU
1 stop21h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$255
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/315:32 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/412:20 amPHX - RDU
1 stop16h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:21 amRDU - PHX
Nonstop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/83:25 pmPHX - RDU
Nonstop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:20 amRDU - PHX
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
Thu 9/255:05 amPHX - RDU
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/35:35 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/1011:45 amPHX - RDU
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:55 amRDU - PHX
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Tue 11/47:00 amPHX - RDU
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/10$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:09 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop18h 46mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/317:57 pmPHX - RDU
2 stops18h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Phoenix 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Phoenix that are best for you.

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RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/26

7:30 am-9:19 pm

1 stop16h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 7/28

11:59 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop16h 02m

$221

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/14

5:10 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/19

11:34 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$223

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/21

5:59 pm-10:08 am

1 stop19h 09m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 7/30

4:51 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop21h 26m

$255

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/28

10:36 am-8:21 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 7/4

2:24 pm-6:21 pm

2 stops24h 57m

$280

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

7:21 am-9:10 am

Nonstop4h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 9/10

3:25 pm-10:36 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$297

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/18

6:20 am-7:50 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/25

5:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$307

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

5:35 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 9/10

11:45 am-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$312

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/28

6:25 am-10:52 am

1 stop7h 27m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/29

12:59 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 32m

$317

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 11/2

10:10 pm-8:05 am

1 stop7h 55m

$357

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/28

6:09 pm-9:55 am

1 stop18h 46m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 10/31

7:57 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops18h 12m

$361

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Phoenix

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Phoenix is 9 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Raleigh to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh to Phoenix is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Phoenix. 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to PH1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Phoenix by month

Plan your trip to Phoenix by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Phoenix by month

Plan your trip to Phoenix by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Raleigh to Phoenix by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Phoenix. 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 Raleigh to Phoenix?

    Most people fly from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) if they book a flight from Raleigh to Phoenix. On average, Raleigh-Durham has 3 outbound flights to Phoenix per day from 7 airlines. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Phoenix is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $221 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air, starting at $223 and $255 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Phoenix for a low price.

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

    Consider American Airlines (87%), Alaska Airlines (87%) or Southwest (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Raleigh to Phoenix.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Phoenix?

    The cheapest flight price from Raleigh to Phoenix is $128. On average you can expect to pay $1,157. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), can usually be booked for $189.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Raleigh to Phoenix?

    Raleigh to Phoenix flights have a layover in Atlanta most of the time. Raleigh to Phoenix flights stop in Charlotte the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    If you're on a layover in Atlanta and looking for things to do, consider visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or World of Coca-Cola. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be visited by traveling about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those landing in Atlanta looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $52 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Charlotte?

    Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame more than any other notable places. Travelers on a layover in Charlotte can visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame, by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively after landing at Charlotte Douglas. Those on a layover in Charlotte in need of a rental car can book one at Charlotte Douglas for about $48.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Raleigh to Phoenix flights?

    Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in Phoenix layover in Denver least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Raleigh to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 7 airlines flying from Raleigh to Phoenix

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Phoenix. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$144Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$243Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$244Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$333Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$365Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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