Flying from New York to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as New York.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to PHL. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
73% of flights that leave from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to PHL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 55 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Philadelphia International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Have a late flight from New York to Philadelphia International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near PHL and be in snooze mode sooner:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your New York to Philadelphia International Airport flight.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
From Philadelphia International Airport, central Philadelphia is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
67 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Philadelphia International Airport. A return flight starts at 182 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to PHL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from New York to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
July is when most people book flights from New York to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Visit Philadelphia in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your New York to PHL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Philadelphia International Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philadelphia right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Philadelphia International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Philadelphia when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Independence Hall followed by Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Philadelphia. Around 137 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres southwest of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
