What percentage of Raleigh to Philadelphia flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 35.3% of flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This means that a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one stop. These figures provide an overview of typical flight options over a 90-day period.

How long is the flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The direct flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia typically takes 1 hour and 31 minutes, covering a distance of 542 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 11 hours and 34 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Raleigh to Philadelphia flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for Raleigh to Philadelphia flights is advisable. Historically, this route has been classified as one with frequent price changes. This suggests that prices can fluctuate often, making it beneficial to monitor them. An alert can help travelers identify opportune moments to book their flights based on price drops observed over a 30-day period.

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Raleigh to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia

A typical journey from Raleigh to Philadelphia, including connections, takes about 1h 31m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 542 kilometers. While the non-stop flight time is also 1h 31m, most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia, fares typically range from $215–$548, with a median of $307. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal can require some flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Philadelphia? The most affordable months to fly are May, June, and April, all with a median fare of $168. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route, presenting opportunities for savings.

Most itineraries for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia connect at least once, with only 35.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This indicates that direct flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia are less common, and travelers should account for potential layovers in their travel plans.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Regular price: $151 - $202

Prices for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia is between $151 and $202. The current lowest deal is $88 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Jul 28-Jul 29.

now $88

Low $151

High $202

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Philadelphia

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to PHL is April, with a median price of $135. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1042. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $135

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,042

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Direct flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$193

$125

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$195

$125

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$195

$123

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$196

$123

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$150

$139

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$172

$139

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

$266 → $126

53%

1 night

Aug 5 - Aug 6

$281 → $165

41%

1 night

Jul 28 - Jul 29

$193 → $88

54%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$244 → $143

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Raleigh - Philadelphia route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent RDU to PHL fares are above the typical level, with 15% historically considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from RDU to PHL, with a median price of $135.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 31m

Direct flights from RDU to PHL typically take 1h 31m, while connecting flights average 25h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Only 35.3% of recent RDU to PHL flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered direct flights from RDU to PHL, with one direct deal recently found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from RDU to PHL are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh-Durham International Airport is a good option for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia.

📍 ~20 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$117

Philadelphia main airports to arrive at

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Airports nearby Philadelphia used as alternative

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International offers a vast network of domestic and global destinations, often with competitive pricing.

📍 ~135 km from Philadelphia (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$156

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Philadelphia

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia has been 7-13 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price was approximately $149. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw prices rise to an average of $203. For those booking 28-59 days out, the average price was around $299, while booking 60+ days in advance resulted in an average price of $334. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Based on historical data over a trailing 90-day period, a good price for a flight from Raleigh to Philadelphia is considered to be $215 or less. The median price for this route was $307. Prices typically ranged up to $548 for the higher end of fares. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should look for fares at or below the $215 threshold.

Historically, the months of May, June, and April have offered the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia, with a median price of $168 for each. This is significantly lower than the annual median price of $307 for this route. While May also appears as the most expensive month in some data, the overall trend across the trailing quarter indicates these months are generally more affordable. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Raleigh to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Regular price: $151 - $202

Prices for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia is between $151 and $202. The current lowest deal is $88 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Jul 28-Jul 29.

now $88

Low $151

High $202

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Philadelphia

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to PHL is April, with a median price of $135. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1042. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $135

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,042

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Philadelphia

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$193

$125

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$195

$125

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$195

$123

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$196

$123

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$150

$139

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Philadelphia

Raleigh (RDU) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$172

$139

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Philadelphia

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

$266 → $126

53%

1 night

Aug 5 - Aug 6

$281 → $165

41%

1 night

Jul 28 - Jul 29

$193 → $88

54%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$244 → $143

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Philadelphia