Flying from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of El Paso, where El Paso International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your ELP to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
ELP is about 11 kilometres from central El Paso. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ELP? If you've booked an early flight from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
El Paso International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.52% of flights that take off from ELP reach their destination without delay.
ELP is located at 6701 Convair Dr..
How to find the cheapest flights from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Philadelphia
R 1,930 is currently the lowest price for a one-way El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 2,604. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ELP to Philadelphia. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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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.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before your flight from ELP to Philadelphia.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. After your flight from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near TTN. Settle in and get cosy after your ELP to Philadelphia flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Plan your trip to Philadelphia in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket, 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 a cheap ticket from ELP to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from El Paso International 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 work out where to start. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are leading attractions which should feature on every Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its leading sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
