Flying from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Philadelphia's main airport, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Explore the options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) leaving from this base.
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport flight.
Philadelphia and Syracuse (where Syracuse Hancock International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR), with 26 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from PHL to SYR is the 10:20am American Airlines service. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 9:30pm with American Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Philadelphia to SYR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can book a direct flight from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) out of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport taking off from PHL.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PHL to SYR.
The most reliable carrier for punctuality on this route is American Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 74.71% of the time.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Philadelphia International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find PHL 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 conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to SYR flight:
76% of flights departing Trenton-Mercer Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
Reserve a hotel near SYR if you're catching a late flight from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport flight.
SYR is located at City Hall.
Getting from Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) to central Syracuse
Central Syracuse is around 11 kilometres from Syracuse Hancock International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
At the moment, 116 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 234 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to SYR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
April is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR). Visit Syracuse in January for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to SYR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Syracuse, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Syracuse
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Syracuse right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Syracuse Hancock International Airport:
Your Syracuse visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Redhouse Arts Centre.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Syracuse, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 225 kilometres west to Buffalo to check off its top sights. From Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex to Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Forest Lawn, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Rochester is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres west of Syracuse. No trip is complete without seeing George Eastman Museum, Strong National Museum Of Play and Strasenburgh Planetarium.