Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia

2 airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's 337 miles (542 km), about 1h 33m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
Flight Time
1h 33m
Distance
337 mi
542 km
CO₂/pax
62 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
American Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
RDU → PHL
Flight Time
1h 33m
Distance
337 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
RDU → PHL
Flight Time
1h 33m
Distance
337 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia with one stop · direct emits 62 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU IAD (Dulles) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 11m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (134 mi) Total: ~2h 26m 🍃 92 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → IAD
1h 11m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → PHL
1h 15m · 134 mi
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RDU DCA (Washington) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 23m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (119 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DCA
1h 23m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → PHL
1h 14m · 119 mi
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RDU PIT (Pittsburgh) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 27m (328 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (268 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+119% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → PIT
1h 27m · 328 mi
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Leg 2
PIT → PHL
1h 22m · 268 mi
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RDU CLT (Charlotte) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 12m (129 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (447 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → CLT
1h 12m · 129 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → PHL
1h 46m · 447 mi
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RDU SYR (Syracuse) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 45m (519 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (227 mi) Total: ~3h 4m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+163% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → SYR
1h 45m · 519 mi
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Leg 2
SYR → PHL
1h 19m · 227 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia?

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes approximately 1 hours and 33 minutes. The distance is 337 miles (542 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia?

2 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia?

Yes. 2 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Philadelphia?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia is 337 miles (542 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia?

At 1h 33m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia?

Roughly 62 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 310 km.

Is the return flight from Philadelphia to Raleigh/Durham also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Philadelphia?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Raleigh–Durham Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.