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$48+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Philadelphia (PHL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — PHL
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Durham to Philadelphia

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Mytrip
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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$96
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$48
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$164
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/178:40 pmRDU - PHL
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Sat 5/2411:49 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$96
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/511:45 amRDU - PHL
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/77:50 amPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$149
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/75:55 amRDU - PHL
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Wed 5/216:00 amPHL - RDU
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/16$178
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Sat 6/1410:20 amRDU - PHL
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/147:15 pmPHL - RDU
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$215
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Thu 5/111:29 amRDU - PHL
1 stop21h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/49:51 amPHL - RDU
1 stop24h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$220
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Fri 5/96:00 amRDU - PHL
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/216:30 amPHL - RDU
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$267

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham to Philadelphia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Philadelphia that are best for you.

Fly from

Durham

Fly to

Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/9

9:52 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/11

7:50 am-9:22 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$96

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

11:45 am-9:12 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/7

7:50 am-9:22 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$147

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/7

6:17 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Philadelphia

Mon 6/9

5:01 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$193

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/14

10:20 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Philadelphia

Sat 6/14

7:15 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$215

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/1

11:29 am-8:46 am

1 stop21h 17m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/4

9:51 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 49m

$220

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/25

8:31 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$267

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/11

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/15

11:10 am-4:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$339

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/15

9:31 pm-11:02 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$48

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/6

10:17 am-10:43 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$100

RaleighPhiladelphia

RDU - PHL

RDUPHL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

12:36 pm-7:48 am

3 stops43h 12m

$188

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durham to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durham to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durham to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Durham to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DU8 to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

When flying from Durham to Philadelphia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durham to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Durham to Philadelphia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Durham?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Durham, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 13 flights from Durham to Philadelphia per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Durham to Philadelphia flight route?

    This flight path from Durham to Philadelphia was viewed by 111 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to Philadelphia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $48. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Durham to Philadelphia for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to Philadelphia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Durham to Philadelphia on time: Piedmont Airlines (92%), Aer Lingus (83%), Frontier (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durham to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $43. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Philadelphia) can be booked for $130 on average our data indicates $337 when flying from Durham to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Durham to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Durham to Philadelphia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Durham to Philadelphia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$139Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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