Distance from Raleigh to Phoenix by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Raleigh (NC) to Phoenix (AZ) is 1899 miles or 3056 kilometers or 1649 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Raleigh to Phoenix is 2182 miles (3513 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 283 miles or 457 km.

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

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

What is the average flight time from Raleigh to Phoenix?

Flight time from Raleigh, NC to Phoenix, AZ 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.

Raleigh to Phoenix Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Phoenix, AZ

The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Phoenix, Arizona is 2182 miles or 3513 km.
The total driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Phoenix, AZ is 2182 miles or 3513 kilometers. Your trip begins in Raleigh, North Carolina. It ends in Phoenix, Arizona.
The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Phoenix, Arizona is approximately 2182 miles (3513 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 Raleigh, NC to Phoenix, AZ

How long is the drive from Raleigh, NC to Phoenix, AZ?
The total driving time is 39 hours, 16 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Raleigh to Phoenix take?
Raleigh and Phoenix are 39 hours 16 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 Raleigh and Phoenix

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

Current local time in RaleighCurrent local time in Phoenix
2025-12-19, 22:13:49 EST2025-12-19, 20:13:49 MST
How Far is it Between Raleigh North Carolina, USA and Phoenix Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2182 mi 3513 km 1894.85 nmi
Straight line distance 1899 mi 3056 km 1649 nmi
Difference 283 mi 457 km 245 nmi

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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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Raleigh, NC and Phoenix, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 73 hours 11 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 54 hours 53 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 48 hours 47 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 43 hours 54 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 39 hours 55 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 36 hours 35 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 33 hours 46 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 31 hours 21 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 29 hours 16 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 27 hours 26 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 25 hours 49 minutes