Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Bristol Airport is located in Bristol. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Philadelphia is four hours behind Bristol.
To avoid missing your BRS to Philadelphia flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from BRS to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Bristol, BRS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near BRS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bristol Airport to Philadelphia or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights departing from Bristol Airport, 69.8% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Philadelphia
R 6,403 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 10,645. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from BRS to Philadelphia, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bristol Airport to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and chase adventure across Philadelphia and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from BRS to Philadelphia.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from Bristol Airport to Philadelphia has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BRS to Philadelphia flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Before booking your flights from Bristol Airport to Philadelphia, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Philadelphia offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Bristol Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BRS to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Bristol Airport to Philadelphia, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
