Travelling from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to PHL start from 06:15 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 23:00 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 63 weekly Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CLT to PHL flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Philadelphia (and then other parts of the United States) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a dependable 80.34% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for CLT to PHL flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CLT and PHL:
Raleigh / Durham Airport
Richmond Airport
Norfolk International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight is R 1,504. A round-trip ticket right now is R 3,305. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CLT to PHL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CLT to PHL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
79% of flights leaving from Charlotte Douglas Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Charlotte Douglas Airport from central Charlotte, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near CLT? If you're catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget to explore Philadelphia and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Philadelphia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLT to PHL in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, head for Boston, roughly 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are key reasons to visit.
