Distance from Phoenix to Raleigh by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Raleigh (NC) is 1899 miles or 3056 kilometers or 1649 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Raleigh is 2184 miles (3515 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 285 miles or 459 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Raleigh, NC in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Raleigh is 1899 miles or 3056 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Raleigh, is Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Raleigh?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Raleigh, NC is 4 hours 21 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Raleigh Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Raleigh, NC
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Raleigh, NC, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Raleigh, North Carolina is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Raleigh, NC

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Raleigh, North Carolina is 2184 miles or 3515 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Raleigh, NC is 2184 miles or 3515 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Raleigh, North Carolina.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Raleigh, North Carolina is approximately 2184 miles (3515 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 39 to 40 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Raleigh, NC

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Raleigh, NC?
The total driving time is 39 hours, 21 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Raleigh take?
Phoenix and Raleigh are 39 hours 21 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Phoenix and Raleigh

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Raleigh (NC) is 2 Hours.
Raleigh time is 2 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Raleigh
2025-12-19, 05:16:15 MST2025-12-19, 07:16:15 EST
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Raleigh North Carolina, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Raleigh, NC in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2184 mi 3515 km 1896.59 nmi
Straight line distance 1899 mi 3056 km 1649 nmi
Difference 285 mi 459 km 247 nmi

Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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Raleigh Details

Raleigh is located in North Carolina, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 49' 48.7'' Longitude: W 78° 38' 29.4''
Latitude35.8302
Longitude-78.64149
StateNorth Carolina
Nearest airports to Raleigh

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Raleigh, NC
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 73 hours 13 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 54 hours 55 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 48 hours 49 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 43 hours 56 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 39 hours 56 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 36 hours 36 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 33 hours 47 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 31 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 29 hours 17 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 27 hours 27 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 25 hours 50 minutes