Flying from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): What you need to know
Philadelphia is nine hours behind Dubai. Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Dubai to PHL. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to PHL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Dubai International Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Break up your flight from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport with a stop at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). One of the main stopovers between Al Maktoum International Airport and PHL, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to PHL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport:
71% of all departures from Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Reserve a hotel close to PHL if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
From Philadelphia International Airport, central Philadelphia is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
R 9,756 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport. A return flight starts at R 13,387. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to PHL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Dubai to PHL.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Visit Philadelphia in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Dubai to PHL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Philadelphia right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Dubai to Philadelphia International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Philadelphia. Around 137 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another standout destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres southwest of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without visiting National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
