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Durham.$112 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $112, select.
Durham.$145 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Durham.$154 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $154, select.
Durham.$161 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Sat, 26 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $161, select.
Durham.$177 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $177, select.
Durham.$184 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Apr, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $184, select.
Durham.$193 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $193, select.
Durham.$604 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $604, select.

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

Philadelphia to Raleigh / Durham: Alternative routes

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Philadelphia to Durham: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$111
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week155

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh / Durham is $111. 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.
1 hour and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Raleigh / Durham.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Philadelphia to Raleigh / Durham.
As of April 2025, there are 155 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Raleigh / Durham.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Raleigh / Durham is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Raleigh / Durham Airport on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 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 Raleigh / Durham 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 Durham is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Raleigh / Durham is Frontier Airlines .

Travelling from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) jetting off from either of these.

  • Around 1 hour 33 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

  • Durham's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philadelphia. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham.

  • The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), with 58 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to RDU is the 05:30 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:41 with American Airlines.

  • Your flight from Philadelphia to RDU won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • August is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) leave from this terminal.

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with Frontier Airlines. This top carrier operates services from PHL.

  • PHL is approximately 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham takes around 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • It'll take around 1 hour and 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

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

  • $56 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Return flights start from $112. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.

  • We recommend booking 8 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from Philadelphia to RDU around that time.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Philadelphia to RDU. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.

  • Customise your journey with filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.

The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Durham in May when it's quieter.

  • Before booking a flight from Philadelphia to RDU, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC on average.

More about Durham

Complete your Durham trip with a car rental

  • Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Durham. Browse the deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.

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