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$128+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Tempe, AZ

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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — PHX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$201
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$128
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$616
From Raleigh-Durham to Tempe
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Tempe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Tempe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/128:47 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop20h 19mFrontier
Thu 5/152:06 pmPHX - RDU
1 stop14h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$201
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:05 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/287:28 pmPHX - RDU
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$237
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/411:29 amRDU - PHX
2 stops32h 12mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/810:45 amPHX - RDU
1 stop23h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$301
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/206:05 pmRDU - PHX
1 stop25h 03mSun Country Air
Fri 6/2711:59 pmPHX - RDU
1 stop7h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$310
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 6/45:25 amRDU - PHX
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Wed 6/43:00 pmPHX - RDU
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/16$349
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/107:00 amRDU - PHX
Nonstop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/143:45 pmPHX - RDU
Nonstop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$353
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:30 amRDU - PHX
2 stops9h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/148:50 amPHX - RDU
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$354
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/58:10 amRDU - PHX
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
Sun 6/85:45 pmPHX - RDU
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$365
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:36 amRDU - PHX
1 stop12h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/810:45 amPHX - RDU
1 stop16h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$418

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Tempe 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 Raleigh to Tempe that are best for you.

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RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/12

8:47 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/15

2:06 pm-7:32 am

1 stop14h 26m

$201

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/23

6:05 pm-8:55 am

1 stop17h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/28

7:28 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 32m

$237

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/2

11:45 am-4:41 pm

2 stops31h 56m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/8

10:45 am-12:51 pm

1 stop23h 06m

$277

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/3

8:00 pm-9:59 am

1 stop16h 59m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 10/9

5:47 pm-10:43 am

1 stop13h 56m

$290

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

5:25 am-9:14 am

1 stop6h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/4

3:00 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 19m

$349

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/10

7:00 am-8:55 am

Nonstop4h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/14

3:45 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

$353

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/10

6:30 am-12:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/14

8:50 am-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$354

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/5

8:10 am-9:40 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 6/9

12:15 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$365

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

7:36 am-2:48 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 9/8

3:48 pm-6:00 am

1 stop11h 12m

$418

RaleighPhoenix

RDU - PHX

RDUPHX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/26

5:41 pm-11:04 am

1 stop20h 23m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 9/29

6:15 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop19h 26m

$441

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Tempe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Tempe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Tempe?

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

Booking 12 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Tempe. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Tempe?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Tempe (average of $258). Flying from Raleigh to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 RDU to TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Tempe. 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 Raleigh to Tempe, 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 Raleigh to Tempe?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Tempe flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Tempe

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Tempe. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to TM9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Tempe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tempe ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Tempe when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Tempe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tempe, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Raleigh to Tempe, see what other customers have to say about Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,382 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Tempe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Tempe?

    If you book a flight to Tempe from Raleigh, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham, which is the city’s only airport. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is located 11.1 mi from the center of Raleigh. There are 3 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Tempe per day from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Tempe one-way?

    $128 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $142 and $144, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Tempe?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Raleigh to Tempe consider choosing American Airlines (87%), Alaska Airlines (87%) or Southwest (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Tempe?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $173. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $217 on average our data indicates $733 when flying from Raleigh to Tempe.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to Tempe that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Tempe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to Tempe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to Tempe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Tempe 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 Raleigh to Tempe?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Tempe (average of $258). Flying from Raleigh to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 7 airlines flying from Raleigh to Tempe

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Tempe. 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$244Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$255Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$341Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$365Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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