Travelling from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to PHL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to PHL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to PHL flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80% of flights leaving here land when expected.
About Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Hit the road running 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.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
PHL is located 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.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
R 10,701 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport. A return flight starts at R 23,916. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to PHL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Affordable Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Save on your flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
October is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Plan your visit to Philadelphia in January for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Melbourne to PHL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Philadelphia right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 137 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Baltimore is another standout destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres southwest of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without dropping by National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
