Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which is 15 hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Leave plenty of time to catch your PHL to BNE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Brisbane Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PHL and BNE:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
At the moment, 644 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 1.060 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from PHL to BNE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Brisbane Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Brisbane Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to PHL:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:
Grab a Brisbane Airport rental car and discover Brisbane and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Rental are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Brisbane Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Brisbane Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Brisbane in March.
Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Brisbane Airport for January if you'd like to visit Brisbane during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHL to BNE around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. About 72 kilometres south-east of Brisbane, a trip to Gold Coast will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like SkyPoint Observation Deck, Pelican Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.