Phoenix to Raleigh/Durham (PHX–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHX–RDU is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Mexicana lead the route. The flight covers 1,887 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 120 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS | 25 | 321, 738, B38M | 4h11-4h20 | Oneworld | AS | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 7 | 7M8, B38M | 4h-4h05 | – | – | |
| MX Mexicana | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Phoenix
| Metric | PHX→RDU | TUS→RDU |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHX | – | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 39 | – |
| Flight time | 4h | 5h 3m |
| Departure OTP | 76% | – |
Travel Essentials
PHX: MST · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 9:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.
Uber and Lyft from RDU to downtown Raleigh cost $20–30 (20–25 min); to downtown Durham: $18–25 (15–20 min). Pickup zones are on the lower level at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Taxis are available at the curb ($30–40 to Raleigh).GoTriangle Route 100 ($2.25) is a budget option to downtown Raleigh and Durham; check hours before relying on it for evening or early-morning flights. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings with cars in the adjacent garage. Chapel Hill is 20–25 minutes via US-15-501.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild but variable winters. Summer (June–August) temperatures reach 33–37°C with high humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent and can cause ground holds. The region sits in a tornado risk corridor during spring (April–May).
Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 2–12°C. The Piedmont of North Carolina experiences ice storms. Freezing rain events, common every 1–2 years, are the primary disruption risk. Snow is lighter than areas further north, but ice can be severe. Autumn (September–November) is the most operationally stable season.
PHX–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHX to RDU
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Mexicana and Southwest Airlines. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHX to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHX to RDU ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,887 miles (3,036 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 73 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
120 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tucson (TUS).