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About Flights to Philadelphia

Summary info about Philadelphia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$32

Best Round-Trip Price

$62

Fastest flight time

1h 34m

Operated By

2 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Philadelphia from United States in the last 72 hours is $32 (Fort Lauderdale to Philadelphia).
The best round-trip flight price to Philadelphia from United States in the last 72 hours is $62 (Boston Logan Intl to Philadelphia).
The fastest flight to Philadelphia from United States takes 1h 34m (Boston Logan Intl to Philadelphia).
There are 2 airlines operating flights to Philadelphia, including Frontier and Spirit Airlines.

Philadelphia flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

The cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia from United States is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $38, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Philadelphia, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $52.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Philadelphia?

The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Philadelphia from West Palm Beach for $19. This is 95% cheaper than most flight deals to Philadelphia. To find the cheapest price to Philadelphia from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

The cheapest day to depart from United States to Philadelphia is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Philadelphia on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $34. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from United States because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $262.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Philadelphia is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Philadelphia at noon for as low as $32. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Philadelphia is in the evening when prices are around $288.

How long does it take to fly to Philadelphia?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into the most popular airport in Philadelphia (Philadelphia), then you can expect flight times to average 5h 11m and 5h 16m, respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Philadelphia?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 0 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Philadelphia. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $127. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Philadelphia from United States for as low as $100 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Philadelphia airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Philadelphia airports from your nearest city or airport
Los Angeles
Philadelphia

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Philadelphia

Los Angeles (LAX) to Newark Airport (EWR)

Typically, flights to Philadelphia from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Newark, which has an average price of $396

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO PHILADELPHIA FROM LOS ANGELESFebruary47% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia costs on average just $240 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO PHILADELPHIA FROM LOS ANGELESJune29% more expensiveIt costs about $581 for flights to Philadelphia from Los Angeles in June
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO PHILADELPHIA FROM LOS ANGELESJune230% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Philadelphia from Los Angeles in June than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Philadelphia

Steeped in history, rich in art and architecture, and the birthplace of the Revolution, Philadelphia (Philly) is an exciting destination to explore. The city also boasts a vibrant nightlife, premier league sports teams, and a delectable culinary experience. Philly’s historic sites and heritage monuments attract domestic and international tourists as well as many school field trips, particularly in the summer months from June – August. Flights and hotels tend to be expensive at this time of the year. To experience shorter lines and reasonable rates for travel and accommodation, visit Philly in the spring months from March – May. Average temperatures range around 40 degrees Fahrenheit in March and rise up to 60 degrees Fahrenheit by May. September is another good month to visit and cash in on attractive airfares and hotel rates. However, the cheapest time to visit the city is in the low season from November – February. The average temperatures hover around 30 degrees Fahrenheit during this time.

Most momondo users would consider April, May, and September to be the best times to fly to Philadelphia to see sights like University of Pennsylvania, Citizens Bank Park, and The Franklin Institute. Typically, the weather in Philadelphia is under 70 degrees fahrenheit but still warm and the chance of rain is only moderate.

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Philadelphia is possible. If you are planning a flight to Philadelphia, consider booking flights to Trenton-Mercer Airport (29 mi from Philadelphia city center), Greater Wilmington Airport (31 mi from Philadelphia city center), Atlantic City Airport (46 mi from Philadelphia city center), Allentown-Bethlehem Airport (50 mi from Philadelphia city center) or Newark Airport (73 mi from Philadelphia city center).


Philadelphia flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United States to Philadelphia found recently by users on momondo
Frontier
Sep 6
BOS7:44 amBoston Logan Intl
1h 39m
PHL9:23 amPhiladelphia
Sep 13
PHL5:34 amPhiladelphia
1h 30m
BOS7:04 amBoston Logan Intl
Frontier
Sep 6
BOS7:44 amBoston Logan Intl
1h 39m
PHL9:23 amPhiladelphia
Sep 13
PHL5:34 amPhiladelphia
1h 30m
BOS7:04 amBoston Logan Intl
Frontier
Jun 10
FLL1:45 amFort Lauderdale
2h 57m
PHL4:42 amPhiladelphia
Jun 11
PHL2:26 amPhiladelphia
2h 49m
FLL5:15 amFort Lauderdale
Frontier
Sep 14
TPA6:24 pmTampa
2h 41m
PHL9:05 pmPhiladelphia
Sep 17
PHL10:15 amPhiladelphia
2h 44m
TPA12:59 pmTampa
Frontier
Sep 14
FLL9:00 amFort Lauderdale
3h 05m
PHL12:05 pmPhiladelphia
Sep 17
PHL5:15 amPhiladelphia
2h 57m
FLL8:12 amFort Lauderdale
Frontier
Sep 10
TPA6:24 pmTampa
2h 41m
PHL9:05 pmPhiladelphia
Sep 14
PHL10:15 amPhiladelphia
2h 44m
TPA12:59 pmTampa

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Philadelphia

If you're looking for one-way flights from United States to Philadelphia, view some of our deals below provided by Frontier and Spirit Airlines
Frontier
Jun 15
FLL1:45 amFort Lauderdale
2h 57m
PHL4:42 amPhiladelphia
Frontier
Aug 16
BOS7:42 amBoston Logan Intl
1h 39m
PHL9:21 amPhiladelphia
Frontier
Jun 7
CLT10:33 amCharlotte Douglas
1h 50m
PHL12:23 pmPhiladelphia

Which airlines fly to Philadelphia?

Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Philadelphia

There are 36 Delta flights to Philadelphia in a normal week. The most common departure point is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson and the best Delta ticket price seen on momondo is $71 (last 72 hours, from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, to Philadelphia). Delta has a score of 7.8 from 1,259 user reviews on momondo.

United Airlines flight deals to Philadelphia start from $109 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a round-trip journey departing from Dallas/Fort Worth. Over any normal week, United Airlines flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Newark is the most popular United Airlines departure point to Philadelphia so generally has the most availability. United Airlines is scored a 7.2/10 in 2,104 reviews.


Popular routes to Philadelphia

Most frequently searched flights to Philadelphia along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
Los Angeles to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time5h 00m
Cheapest price$184
Dallas to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time3h 12m
Cheapest price$101
Boston to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time1h 30m
Cheapest price$122
Denver to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time1h 06m
Cheapest price$144
Fort Lauderdale to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 37m
Cheapest price$78
Atlanta to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 00m
Cheapest price$87
Tampa to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 29m
Cheapest price$124
Houston to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time3h 15m
Cheapest price$139
San Francisco to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time5h 16m
Cheapest price$233
Orlando to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 31m
Cheapest price$69
Seattle to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time4h 55m
Cheapest price$244
Charlotte to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time1h 34m
Cheapest price$96
San Juan to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time4h 00m
Cheapest price$194
Miami to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 46m
Cheapest price$67
Minneapolis to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 26m
Cheapest price$158
Ontario to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time6h 41m
Cheapest price$227
Detroit to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time1h 32m
Cheapest price$88
Raleigh to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time1h 24m
Cheapest price$97
West Palm Beach to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 37m
Cheapest price$100
Chicago to Philadelphia Flights
Fastest flight time2h 00m
Cheapest price$85

How to travel around Philadelphia

Philly’s downtown area is quite compact, and several colorful “Walk! Philadelphia” signs encourage you to explore the city on foot. In the Center City area, streets are laid out in a simple grid-based pattern, and you are sure to find shops, cafés, museums and parks at every turn. If your feet get weary or if you have to cover longer distances, there are several other modes of transportation within the city.

Public Transportation

SEPTA operate buses, the subway and a trolley system, connecting the downtown area with other parts of Philly. Single ride fares start at $2.50 USD. The purple PHLASH buses that operate seasonally stop at most of the popular attractions. The fare is $2.00 USD per ride or $5.00 USD for an all-day pass.

Bikes

Biking is a popular way to get around in Philly. There are plenty of bike rental shops located all over the city. You can also explore the city’s official bike-share program called Indego. With a 1-day pass that costs $10.00 USD, you can enjoy unlimited 30-minute trips and access to bikes at any bike station within the city.

Taxis

Taxis are available throughout Philadelphia and you can hail one directly from the street. Ride-share options such as Uber also operate in the city.

Cars

If you don’t mind spending time looking for parking spaces, paying expensive parking charges, and navigating through busy traffic while dealing with several one-way streets, driving is another option to get around in Philadelphia.


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Best things to do and see in Philadelphia

Things to do and places of interest in Philadelphia

Apart from being home to the “most historic square mile” in the U.S., Philadelphia offers world-class museums, historic farmers’ markets, trend-setting music, and elegant architecture. There is so much to see and do in this city that you may have to pick and choose what to explore each time you visit Philly.

  • In the Independence National Historical Park, visit sites such as the Independence Hall, the iconic Liberty Bell, the Benjamin Franklin Museum, and Franklin Court.
  • Explore interactive museums such as Betsy Ross House, the Please Touch Museum, the Mütter Museum of medical oddities, and The Franklin Institute science museum.
  • Admire Oriental, Gothic, Egyptian, Renaissance, Ionic, Corinthian, and Norman architecture at a single site, the Masonic Temple.
  • Check out impressive works of art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
  • Enjoy a leisurely stroll or picnic lunch in the lush green expanse of Rittenhouse Square.
  • Watch a live performance of the Philadelphia Orchestra at the beautiful, accordion-shaped Kimmel Center for the performing arts.

Tips and tricks for visiting Philadelphia

Explore the city’s culinary offerings

Wander around the sprawling Italian Market and take in the aromas of a wide variety of cheeses, handmade pastas, and gourmet pastries. Sample delicious Amish donuts, and gorge on several Philly specialties at Reading Terminal Market. Enjoy mouth-watering Japanese fare served in the spaceship-shaped Morimoto. Try Cuban and Caribbean specialties at Alma de Cuba, a Havana-inspired restaurant. The traditional Philly cheese steak at Dalessandro’s or Pat’s King of Steaks is an absolute must-try.

Discover the world’s largest outdoor art gallery

Philly encourages local artists to use the city’s architecture for street art and boasts two Mural Mile routes, filled with vibrant murals and graffiti walls, north and south of Market Street. Opt for a guided Mural Mile Walking Tour to get interesting insights into the people, places, and themes of each mural.


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