Travelling from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport (NCL): What you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport (NCL).
Newcastle is four hours ahead of Philadelphia. Newcastle International Airport is located in Newcastle, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Philadelphia to NCL.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to NCL leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78.93% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can arrive at TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to NCL flight:
Most flights that leave Trenton-Mercer Airport land at their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near NCL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Newcastle International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Europcar and find adventure across Newcastle and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport flight.
Getting from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to central Newcastle
Newcastle International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Newcastle. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport is 283 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 579 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to NCL, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Philadelphia to NCL.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport (NCL), while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Newcastle based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to NCL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Newcastle, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Newcastle
Start your Newcastle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Newcastle International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Hadrian's Wall Path and Chinatown are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Newcastle must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Tyne Bridge.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Newcastle. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Newcastle. Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral are among the biggest draws.