Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia.
Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Philadelphia is five hours behind Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route, with four weekly flights to pick from. You can travel from FRA to PHL at 12:55 with EW Discover.
To avoid missing your FRA to Philadelphia flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your journey at FRA and fly straight to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia tickets.
Check out the deals with EW Discover. This airline operates direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from FRA to Philadelphia. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near FRA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Philadelphia
339 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return ticket right now is 473 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from FRA to Philadelphia. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across each month and land an incredible deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Philadelphia and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from FRA to Philadelphia.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. Once you've hopped off your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your FRA to Philadelphia flight:
Budget, National and Enterprise make collecting a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN can get you a lower rate.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Philadelphia in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from FRA to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Philadelphia right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Philadelphia must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, head for Boston, roughly 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among its highlights.
