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$59+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh (PHL - RDU)

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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — RDU
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in September or August, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$78
(Frontier)

One-way from

$59
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$138

Good round-trip deal

$120 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
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Tue 7/2211:49 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Mon 7/287:53 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/9$78

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PHL - RDU

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Tue 7/22

11:49 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

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Fri 7/25

7:53 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$78

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PHL - RDU

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Sat 8/16

11:49 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$59

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PHL - RDU

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Philadelphia

Tue 10/7

5:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$88

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PHL - RDU

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Philadelphia

Thu 10/16

2:24 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 01m

$90

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PHL

For quick access, use the SEPTA regional rail to reach Center City Philadelphia from PHL. It's efficient and faster than other transport options.

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At RDU, rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft are convenient for reaching your destination. They pick up from the 'pre-arranged' zones.

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Philadelphia to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 PHL to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on July 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Raleigh. 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 July 11, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated July 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier from Philadelphia to Raleigh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,055 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,271 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is your only option if you wish to fly from Philadelphia to Raleigh. On a typical day, there are 13 flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham, all of which are around 1h 31m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Raleigh flight route?

    Flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham have been viewed 147 times in the past calendar month.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Raleigh round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $78. Frontier is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $59. Spirit Airlines flights start at $90 while deals on Southwest start at $97 one-way.

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

    Consider Piedmont Airlines (98%), PSA Airlines (91%) or Aer Lingus (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Raleigh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $59. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $63 on average our data indicates $145 when flying from Philadelphia to Raleigh.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Philadelphia to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh. 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$63Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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