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Flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh is August, where tickets cost £76 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of tickets is £271 and £214 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 76 days before departure.

Which airlines fly direct between Philadelphia and Raleigh?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh.
There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Philadelphia to Raleigh. They are American Airlines and Frontier. The cheapest airline for this route is Frontier, with the best one-way deal found costing £138. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Frontier.

How many flights are there between Philadelphia and Raleigh per day?

Each day, there are between 8 and 9 nonstop flights that take off from Philadelphia and land in Raleigh, with an average flight time of 1h 32m. The most common departure time is 15:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 57 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Thursday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Philadelphia and Raleigh?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Philadelphia at 05:30 and will be landing in Raleigh at 07:00.

What’s the latest departure time from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh jets off at 20:55 and lands at 22:23.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh

Low season

January

High season

October
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 25% lower on average.

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh

  • What is the best mode of transport to the city center from RDU Airport?

    Traveling from the Raleigh International Airport to downtown Raleigh by private automobile transfers is the technique that is both the fastest and most convenient. After arriving in Raleigh, in addition to using Uber, you may also place an order for a car. You can book it using the Uber app on your smartphone, and the cost is around $35, which is comparable to what you would pay for a taxi ride. You are required to report to the pick-up site, which can be found on the same level as the Arrivals and Baggage Claim areas, just next to the taxi stand.

  • Are there rental car companies at RDU Airport?

    Yes, there are rental car companies such as Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise on-site at Raleigh-Durham Airport, each of which offers free shuttle service to their offices. At the green Rental Automobile shuttle stations situated outside baggage claim in Zone 4 of Terminal 1 and Zone 5 of Terminal 2, you may take the free shuttle to the car rental facility, which departs every 15 min.

  • How early should you be at the PHL Airport?

    At the very least, passengers should go to the airport 2h before the departure time of a domestic flight, and they should be there 3h before the departure time of an international trip.

  • Are there parking services at PHL Airport?

    The Philadelphia Parking Authority is in charge of the operation and management of the on-site parking facilities at the airport. There are three options for on-site parking at the airport: the Short-Term level (which is located on the bottom floor of the garages), the Garages, and the Economy Parking lot.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to Raleigh flight route: American Airlines, Delta, British Airways, JetBlue, Iberia, Alaska Airlines, and Finnair.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to Raleigh flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Philadelphia and Raleigh.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    There are direct flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Raleigh from Philadelphia is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Raleigh with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Raleigh from Philadelphia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh

  • At Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), there are four separate lounges for travelers to use while waiting for their flights. Terminal A East, right below Entrance A6; Terminal A West, between Wings A15 and A16; Terminal B/C on the level 3, between the B and C Terminal; and Terminal F on Level 2, above the eateries.
  • If you are a nursing mother using the PHL Airport, you can access the Mamava, which is a transportable pod that is 4 feet by 8 feet and is completely self-contained. It has comfy seats, a table that folds up, an electrical outlet, and a door that can be shut for privacy. The Mamava suites are accessible after going through security and can be found at Terminal A-West, the B/C Connector, the D/E Connector, and Terminal F. There is no fee to use these suites.
  • At Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), there are seven specially constructed Service Animal Relief Areas inside each terminal. These areas are sometimes frequently referred to as "Pet Ports." In addition, there are animal relief zones located outside the airport on the road leading to the departure gates as well as outside the baggage claim facilities on the arrivals side: Inside of the terminals can be found Terminal A-West, which can be accessed by Gate A-16.
  • If you need to convert your currency, the Travelex Worldwide Money offices that are situated in PHL Terminal 2 on the ticketing and bag claim levels are available to serve you. Additionally, automated teller machines dispense foreign cash may be found on the concourse of Terminal 2.
  • You may request wheelchair assistance from your airline in order to have a smooth arrival at Raleigh International Airport (RDU). It is feasible to gate-check a manual or motorized wheelchair if you are bringing it to RDU Airport.
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Prefer to fly direct from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

Find which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to Philadelphia

Monday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

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Top airline flying from Philadelphia to Raleigh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to Raleigh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Philadelphia to Raleigh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.2
FrontierOverall score based on 4114 reviews
5.2Food
7.1Crew
4.9Entertainment
6.6Boarding
5.8Comfort
Airline reviews

Our flight was delayed an hour, then when we got to board our flight finally, we were waiting in our seats for take off for 45 minutes before it was communicated that there was a maintenance issue therefore we waited on the plane for over an hour while that was resolved. We did not get to Phoenix until almost 3 hours after we were originally supposed to. This was the first and last time I will be flying Frontier.

2.0 MediocreJanay, Apr 2024LAX - PHX
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Our flight was delayed an hour, then when we got to board our flight finally, we were waiting in our seats for take off for 45 minutes before it was communicated that there was a maintenance issue therefore we waited on the plane for over an hour while that was resolved. We did not get to Phoenix until almost 3 hours after we were originally supposed to. This was the first and last time I will be flying Frontier.

Flight was canceled with little warning. Flight was rebooked through Ontario, California and connecting flight was delayed by over three hours. Frontier is living up to their Greyhound of the skies reputation for sure.

I purchased a carry on bag online…was supposed to cost $72 but after a whole slew of bs charges, the total was over $175.00. Because of these hidden charges, I will not even consider flying Frontier ever again. It’s just not worth the hassle. I’m scratching this company off my list forever.

Flight was OK. Seats were good no cell phone charges on the plane no TVs or entertainment.

There were 3 leg for the trip and each leg was delayed by 90 minutes or more. The boarding process takes forever with people waiting on the jetway even though most folks do not have carry-on. The whole process is poorly managed.

Flight cancelled and was told by a rude gate agent that they don’t accommodate on other airlines. Had to wait 5 hours for a connecting flight that had a 7 hour layover. Would not allow bags to be checked early so we couldn’t go through security .Had to rent a car for the afternoon to store bags and get a meal. Also incurred a hotel fee. No apology or reason given for the cancellation- just rudeness.

They cancelled the flight then did nothing to help us rebook. It was awful - I won’t fly with them again

The process of buying the ticket and navigating all the hidden charges that Frontier throws at you was a terrible experience. The actual airport experience and flying was fine.

The truck that was refueling the plane drove away with the hose still connected to the plane and ripped part of the plane off with it

Not have to pay for every single item to take a flight. Seating and delays sucked.

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One-way flight deals

directAmerican Airlines
1h 36mPHL-RDU
directQatar Airways
1h 25mPHL-RDU
directAlaska Airlines
1h 36mPHL-RDU
directFrontier
1h 30mPHL-RDU
directAer Lingus
1h 33mPHL-RDU
directBritish Airways
1h 25mPHL-RDU

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Philadelphia - Raleigh Flights

Departure:

Philadelphia (PHL)United States

Destination:

Raleigh (RDU)United States

Cabin classes:

£502

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