Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to PHL start from 00:14 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:00 with American Airlines. In total, there are 100 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your CLT to PHL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
American Airlines has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Philadelphia — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.
With 79.41% of its services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CLT to PHL flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between CLT and PHL include:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)
Norfolk International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
36 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Return flights start at 67 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from CLT to PHL by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Charlotte. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CLT:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you want to go to Philadelphia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CLT to PHL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Boston is another essential stop in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
