Travelling from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Baton Rouge, where Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your BTR to Philadelphia flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Baton Rouge, BTR can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BTR? If you've booked an early flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
81.92% of flights leaving Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of BTR.
You'll find BTR at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to Philadelphia
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia flight is R 3,139. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,420. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BTR to Philadelphia. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia ticket.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BTR to Philadelphia can help you get the lowest rate.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BTR to Philadelphia flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Visit Philadelphia during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BTR to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including 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 journey is complete without experiencing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
