Phoenix

$76+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Phoenix

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RDU — PHX
May 5 — May 121
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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 April 5, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 6/1212:26 pm
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Fri 6/196:53 pm
PHX
-
RDU
2 stops10h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 6/111:32 pm
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Fri 6/1212:30 am
PHX
-
RDU
2 stops20h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 6/53:18 pm
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop10h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/127:11 am
PHX
-
RDU
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 7/12:36 pm
RDU
-
PHX
2 stops10h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/106:53 pm
PHX
-
RDU
1 stop13h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 6/412:26 pm
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop11h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/127:11 am
PHX
-
RDU
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 7/710:17 pm
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop15h 10m
Frontier
Tue 7/1412:30 pm
PHX
-
RDU
2 stops17h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Wed 5/65:40 am
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/125:10 pm
PHX
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/3$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/810:20 am
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop24h 17m
Frontier
Fri 4/1710:29 pm
PHX
-
RDU
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$308
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 4/102:07 pm
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop21h 19m
Frontier
Sun 4/1912:09 am
PHX
-
RDU
1 stop6h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 8/2111:51 am
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop13h 29m
Frontier
Sun 8/307:50 pm
PHX
-
RDU
2 stops20h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/810:20 am
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop24h 17m
Frontier
Sun 4/126:07 pm
PHX
-
RDU
1 stop14h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/2212:26 pm
RDU
-
PHX
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Sun 5/249:15 am
PHX
-
RDU
2 stops19h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$313

Find 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 April 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$300
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$76
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$368
From Raleigh-Durham to Phoenix
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Phoenix
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Phoenix that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

1:40 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/12

5:10 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$319

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/4

1:40 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 5/11

9:05 am-4:10 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$341

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

1:40 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/9

5:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$347

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/27

7:02 am-9:05 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 5/1

5:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$361

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

6:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/26

5:10 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$367

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/29

1:40 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 6/1

3:25 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 55m

$372
Quickest round-trip

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/21

1:40 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/24

10:35 am-5:50 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$383

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/6

5:35 am-11:10 am

2 stops8h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 6/9

9:05 am-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$392

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/3

1:15 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 7/10

3:25 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 15m

$393

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/16

1:15 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 7/20

11:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop7h 45m

$393

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Phoenix

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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 April 3, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Phoenix is 57 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Phoenix (average of $174). Flying from Raleigh to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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 April 5, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh to Phoenix is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Phoenix?

How often are flights from Raleigh to Phoenix delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Raleigh and Phoenix have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 157 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Raleigh to Phoenix flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Raleigh to Phoenix flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 April 5, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andJetBlue from Raleigh to Phoenix have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 2 outbound flights to Phoenix per day from 7 airlines. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Phoenix?

    There are many flights that can get you from Raleigh to Phoenix in 4h 50m. Fly via Southwest or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Raleigh and Phoenix is about 1885 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Phoenix is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $117 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Frontier, starting at $151 and $153 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 70% 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 $84. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and United Airlines, 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 (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%) or Southwest (75%) 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 $181. On average you can expect to pay $882. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), can usually be booked for $166.

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

  • 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 Centennial Olympic Park. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and Centennial Olympic Park can be visited by traveling about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.4 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 $59 per day.

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

    Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame more than any other notable places. Travelers on a layover in Charlotte can visit Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame, by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.8 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 $51.

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

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Phoenix (average of $174). Flying from Raleigh to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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 April 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$153Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$273Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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