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      Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Philadelphia? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,791. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Philadelphia.R 1,606 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,606, select.
      Philadelphia.R 1,737 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,737, select.
      Philadelphia.R 1,836 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,836, select.
      Philadelphia.R 2,054 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,054, select.
      Philadelphia.R 2,577 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,577, select.
      Philadelphia.R 2,745 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,745, select.
      Philadelphia.R 2,914 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,914, select.
      Philadelphia.R 5,892 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 May.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 15 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,892, select.
      Philadelphia.R 7,060 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,060, select.
      Philadelphia.R 28,180 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 27 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 28,180, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Sep
      from R 1,606
      Oct
      from R 1,836
      Nov
      from R 1,737
      Dec
      from R 2,054
      Jan
      from R 2,577
      Feb
      from R 2,745
      Mar
      from R 2,914
      Apr
      from R 7,060
      May
      from R 5,892
      Jun
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      Jul
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      Aug
      from R 28,180

      Alternative New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Philadelphia International

      11km from central Philadelphia
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      Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer

      47km from central Philadelphia
      from R 2,348
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      Greater Wilmington

      49km from central Philadelphia
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      Atlantic City International

      75km from central Philadelphia
      from R 2,764
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      Allentown

      81km from central Philadelphia
      from R 2,797
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      New York to Philadelphia: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 1,606
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia: Frequently asked questions

      There are 5 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.
      The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia is R 3,762. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 3,762.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia.
      The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Philadelphia is usually September.
      If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Philadelphia. We've found flights into this airport from R 3,762.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Philadelphia on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy Airport and Philadelphia. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Philadelphia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is July.
      Currently, jetBlue offers the cheapest flight tickets to Philadelphia.

      Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Philadelphia: what you need to know

      • Philadelphia and New York (where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

      • Leave plenty of time to get on your JFK to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

      • JFK is around 19 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

      • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:

      • 74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport reach their destination on time.

      • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

      How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Philadelphia

      • R 1,606 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 3,762. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

      • To find cheap flights from JFK to Philadelphia, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

      • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia ticket.

      • Save time looking for cheap flights from JFK to Philadelphia by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

      • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia.

      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 typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

      • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:

      • Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.

      • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from JFK to Philadelphia.

      • You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.

      Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

      • The centre of Philadelphia is located around 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 40 minutes.

      • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.

      • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your JFK to Philadelphia flight:

      • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Budget, National and Enterprise.

      • Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.

      • The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

      Best time to go to Philadelphia

      • Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Philadelphia in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

      • The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

      • January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from JFK to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      More about Philadelphia

      Explore more of United States

      • Philadelphia is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

      • Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

      Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Philadelphia

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