Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is 17 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located. Philadelphia observes the UTC-4 timezone.
To avoid missing your AKL to Philadelphia flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from AKL to Philadelphia. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Auckland, AKL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel near AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
69.31% of flights taking off from Auckland Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Philadelphia
462 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Philadelphia flight. Return plane tickets start from 1.062 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from AKL to Philadelphia if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Auckland Airport to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Philadelphia and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from AKL to Philadelphia can help you lock in the lowest rate.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is about 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Auckland Airport to Philadelphia has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your AKL to Philadelphia flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and make a speedy getaway.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You'll find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Visit Philadelphia in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Auckland Airport to Philadelphia in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book an Auckland Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Philadelphia, check out our selection of hotels including:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Philadelphia must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a trip to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, consider Boston, about 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key highlights.