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$158+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Tucson (RDU - TUS)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — TUS
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Tucson are usually found in September or January, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Tucson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Tucson (TUS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$429
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Tucson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Tucson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 4/37:42 pmRDU - TUS
1 stop18h 11mFrontier
Wed 4/911:59 amTUS - RDU
1 stop27h 54mFrontier
Deal found 2/18$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/67:22 pmRDU - TUS
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/103:56 pmTUS - RDU
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/195:50 pmRDU - TUS
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Wed 3/2610:55 amTUS - RDU
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 4/55:46 amRDU - TUS
2 stops10h 13mDelta
Sat 4/126:00 amTUS - RDU
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/19$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/59:28 amRDU - TUS
2 stops10h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/126:00 amTUS - RDU
2 stops8h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$358
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/61:24 pmRDU - TUS
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/136:30 pmTUS - RDU
2 stops23h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$591
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 2/235:50 pmRDU - TUS
1 stop23h 39mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/17:44 amTUS - RDU
1 stop31h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$870

Find flights from Raleigh to Tucson within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Tucson 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 February 20, 2025.

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Price

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/3

7:42 pm-10:53 am

1 stop18h 11m

Tucson

Wed 4/9

11:59 am-6:53 pm

1 stop27h 54m

$158

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/6

7:22 pm-12:06 am

1 stop6h 44m

Tucson

Mon 3/10

3:56 pm-12:49 am

1 stop5h 53m

$343

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/19

5:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Tucson

Wed 3/26

10:55 am-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$348

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/5

5:46 am-12:59 pm

2 stops10h 13m

Tucson

Sat 4/12

6:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$352

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/5

9:28 am-5:06 pm

2 stops10h 38m

Tucson

Sat 4/12

6:00 am-5:47 pm

2 stops8h 47m

$358

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/6

1:24 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Tucson

Sun 4/13

6:30 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops23h 23m

$591

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/23

5:50 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop23h 39m

Tucson

Sat 3/1

7:44 am-4:50 pm

1 stop31h 06m

$870

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/23

7:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$172

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/23

5:55 am-12:50 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$177

RaleighTucson

RDU - TUS

RDUTUS

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/7

11:15 am-7:30 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$264

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to Tucson

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Tucson in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Tucson flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Tucson flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Tucson flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Tucson flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Tucson flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Tucson

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Tucson

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Raleigh to Tucson including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Tucson. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Tucson may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 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 Raleigh to Tucson?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from Raleigh to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $469). 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 TUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Tucson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh to Tucson is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

Rainfall in Tucson by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tucson ranges from 0.2 - 2.4 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Tucson when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Tucson by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tucson, 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 87.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Raleigh to Tucson by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Tucson round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Tucson, with prices starting at $158. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $343 and $348, respectively. Frontier is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $172 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $177 and $264, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from Raleigh to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $469). 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 Raleigh to Tucson

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Tucson. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$307Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$376Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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