Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to George Town Airport (GGT): what you need to know
George Town's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Philadelphia.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PHL to GGT flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHL and GGT:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to George Town Airport (GGT)
Currently, R 4,135 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,222. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from PHL to GGT, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PHL to GGT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near PHL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at George Town Airport (GGT)
If you're getting in on a late Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near GGT:
Getting from George Town Airport (GGT) to central George Town
George Town Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central George Town. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to George Town Airport (GGT)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport is October, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to George Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in George Town is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to George Town Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
March sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to GGT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the Bahamas
Nassau is just one of the many cities in the Bahamas waiting to be explored after you've experienced George Town. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Beautiful beach, Beach and Marine Habitat at Atlantis.
