Travelling from Phoenix to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Philadelphia departing from either of these.
The major gateways to Philadelphia are Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
The average length of a direct Phoenix to Philadelphia flight is 4 hours 30 minutes.
To ensure you board your Phoenix to Philadelphia flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Philadelphia
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Philadelphia is RM291. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM621. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Jet off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) on a nonstop flight from Phoenix to Philadelphia. From PHX, you can fly directly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Phoenix to Philadelphia plane tickets leaving from PHX.
PHX is about 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix to Philadelphia or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that depart PHX arrive at their destination on time.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phoenix to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Explore without limits with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Philadelphia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from Phoenix to Philadelphia has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
The trip will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Budget, National and Enterprise make picking up a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Phoenix to Philadelphia. August is the most popular month to visit Philadelphia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your Phoenix to Philadelphia tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Phoenix to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philadelphia right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Philadelphia:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.