Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix is 4 hours 6 minutes.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours behind Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located.
With 12 flights a week between the two airports, Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from RDU to PHX is with Southwest Airlines at 18:00.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from RDU to Phoenix.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix that touches down at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Book your ticket with American Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix.
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's licence or ID card. Add them to your packing checklist once you've booked flight tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Durham, RDU can be reached in approximately 18 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near RDU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phoenix
C$130 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$258. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to Phoenix, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 33 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 54 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SCF if you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. Once you've disembarked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix, it'll take you around 11 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 34 minutes.
After your flight from RDU to Phoenix, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to PHX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Phoenix
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Phoenix in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from RDU to Phoenix sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phoenix right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phoenix:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Phoenix.
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