Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, making Philadelphia four hours behind Birmingham.
To ensure you get on your BHX to PHL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between BHX and PHL include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
RM3,131 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM2,992. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to PHL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BHX to PHL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of the flights that depart from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% touch down on time at their destination.
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Philadelphia and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Philadelphia. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to PHL in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.