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Flight deals from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Phoenix

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Phoenix? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs52,602. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Phoenix.Rs26,055 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,055, select.
Phoenix.Rs28,077 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs28,077, select.
Phoenix.Rs31,107 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,107, select.
Phoenix.Rs37,833 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,833, select.
Phoenix.Rs42,202 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,202, select.
Phoenix.Rs42,309 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,309, select.
Phoenix.Rs44,785 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs44,785, select.
Phoenix.Rs53,430 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,430, select.
Phoenix.Rs53,642 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,642, select.
Phoenix.Rs53,951 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,951, select.
Phoenix.Rs59,190 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,190, select.
Phoenix.Rs64,248 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs64,248, select.
Phoenix.Rs85,828 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,828, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from Rs37,833
Apr
from Rs26,055
May
from Rs28,077
Jun
from Rs31,107
Jul
from Rs42,202
Aug
from Rs44,785
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Nov
from Rs59,190
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Direct flights from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix

Alternative Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Phoenix Sky Harbor

6km from central Phoenix
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from Rs26,055
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Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal

24km from central Phoenix
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Phoenix-Deer Valley

27km from central Phoenix
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Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

42km from central Phoenix
from Rs40,673
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Durham to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs26,055
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week29

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

There are 4 airports in Phoenix: Phoenix Sky Harbor, Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal, Phoenix-Deer Valley, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix is Rs52,602. 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 52 minutes is the average flight time from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix.
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix.
As of March 2026, there are 29 flights per week flying from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Phoenix is usually April.
If you're flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport, the cheapest airport near Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor – which is 6.0 km away from the centre of Phoenix. We've found flights into this airport from Rs52,602.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Phoenix on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 52 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 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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. July is typically the warmest month in Phoenix, when it usually averages around 40°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix.

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

  • Take a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 5 minutes.

  • Phoenix is three hours behind Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located. Phoenix follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route, with 11 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from RDU to PHX is with Southwest Airlines at 19:35. Choose the first departure with Southwest Airlines at 05:35 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RDU to Phoenix flight.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix ticket. Begin your journey at RDU and end it at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).

  • Book your favourite seat with American Airlines. This airline offers direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix.

  • RDU is around 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of RDU.

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

  • Rs26,055 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs52,602. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To snag cheap flights from RDU to Phoenix, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from RDU to Phoenix couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix.

Airports in Phoenix

Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)

  • Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix. Book one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:

Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 35 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PHX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your RDU to Phoenix flight:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty.

  • Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from PHX one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • The address for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix has touched down. Central Phoenix is about 56 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.

  • Find a hotel close to AZA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you have a late RDU to Phoenix flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:

  • Whether you'd like an economy for a solo trip or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available here from providers such as Dollar, Alamo and Budget.

  • Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from AZA two weeks before your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix for the best rates.

  • Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport can be found at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..

Best time to go to Phoenix

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix. The city comes alive in peak season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Phoenix in the low season for a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Phoenix around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Phoenix

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Las Vegas is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without visiting Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.

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