Travelling from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, making Philadelphia one hour ahead of Jackson.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your JAN to PHL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JAN and PHL include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight is R 2,567. A return fare right now is R 5,135. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from JAN to PHL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from JAN to PHL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
You'll find JAN at 100 International Drive, Suite 300.
Of all flights departing from Jackson-Evers International Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Jackson-Evers International Airport from central Jackson, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near JAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Philadelphia in March.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JAN to PHL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
