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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 5:10 am and lands at 10:11 am
• Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 1:21 am.

The flight takes about 5h 01m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport takes 5h 01m, covering 1,885 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport range from $349 to $499, with an average of $406 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $406 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $283 round-trip via Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE), compared to $416 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $352 to $2,554. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $140, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

• NU Car
• Easirent
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Dollar

Flights from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 27m.

One-stop flights from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 31% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $457, a difference of $78.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Raleigh and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 19m, compared with 6h 24m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 6h 29m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is 3 hours behind Raleigh (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are Phoenix Convention Center, Chase Field and Camelback Ranch. These are among the most viewed places in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Raleigh to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

RDU makes a number of adaptations to make travel for differently-abled passengers as hassle-free as possible. Some of these accommodations include TTY, wheelchairs, handicap parking access, and mobility aids. RDU welcome service animals and uses the program TSA Cares, which assists differently-abled travelers patiently as they make their way through security.

Yes. The USO at RDU is the transit center for North Carolina's six major bases. As a result, the RDU USO welcomes thousands of active-duty military personnel, retirees, and their families each month. Located on the ticketing level of Terminal 2, this USO is open from 7 am to 7 pm daily. Amenities include comfortable seating, TV, computers, a kids’ area, and more.

If you are a traveling mom, you can use one of the many Nursing Stations at PHX. Every terminal has two Nursing Stations, one Landside and one Airside. Each of these rooms provides seating, and an electrical outlet appropriate for an electric breast pump, a countertop, a baby changing station, a sink, a soap dispenser, and paper towels.

To get from PHX into downtown Phoenix, you can take a Line 13 bus from PHX to the corner of 7th Street and Buckeye Road. This trip takes about 12 min. Another option is to take a SKYT tram from PHX Terminal 4 to 44th Street in Phoenix.