Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Castries: what you need to know
Castries and Philadelphia (where Philadelphia International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Leave enough time to make your PHL to Castries flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Philadelphia International Airport to Castries ticket. Start your journey at PHL and land at Hewanorra Airport (UVF).
American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Castries.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from PHL to Castries, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Castries? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to PHL:
78.93% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Castries
The best price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Castries flight is 182 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 485 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from PHL to Castries, book your journey two months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Philadelphia International Airport to Castries tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
The distance from George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to central Castries is roughly 3 kilometres. It'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near SLU if you have a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Castries. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car and explore Castries and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drive A Matic, Final Rentals and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from George F. L. Charles Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PHL to Castries can help you get the best possible rate.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Central Castries is around 56 kilometres from Hewanorra Airport (UVF). After your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Castries has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to UVF. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PHL to Castries flight:
Drive A Matic, Sixt and Final Rentals make picking up a Hewanorra Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at UVF will help you save.
Best time to go to Castries
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Castries. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Castries in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
When booking your Philadelphia International Airport to Castries plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PHL to Castries around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Castries right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Castries:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Morne Fortune, Derek Walcott Square and Immaculate Conception Church are major attractions which should feature on every Castries itinerary.