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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor

Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Durham to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs19,004
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor is Rs32,974. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
As of February 2026, there are 33 flights per week flying from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Wednesday, 15 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.

  • Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Phoenix three hours behind Durham.

  • Flights from RDU to PHX start at 05:15 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:00 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 12 weekly Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your RDU to PHX flight.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Jetting into Phoenix (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • American Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for RDU to PHX flights, with 81.25% of its services landing on schedule.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between RDU and PHX include:

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • Right now, Rs19,004 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs32,974. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from RDU to PHX, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RDU to PHX.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • 80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from RDU.

  • Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix

  • You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • From Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Phoenix based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RDU to PHX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Phoenix has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in United States, consider Las Vegas, about 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are key reasons to visit.

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