Travelling from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Liverpool, where Liverpool John Lennon Airport is located.
To avoid missing your LPL to Philadelphia flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from LPL to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
LPL is around 13 kilometres from central Liverpool. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near LPL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Philadelphia or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Liverpool John Lennon Airport, data shows 74.3% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Philadelphia
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Philadelphia flight is R 6,301. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,380. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from LPL to Philadelphia, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Philadelphia. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your flight from LPL to Philadelphia can help you get the lowest rate.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Philadelphia has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LPL to Philadelphia flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport can be found at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Visit Philadelphia during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Philadelphia during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LPL to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Philadelphia right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Philadelphia:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring Philadelphia.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
