Travelling from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport (BOS): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport (BOS) taking off from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Philadelphia to Logan International Airport flight.
Boston (where Logan International Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-4 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
With 99 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Logan International Airport (BOS) is the most popular route. JetBlue Airways operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from PHL to BOS is with American Airlines at 9:20pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Philadelphia to BOS, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during high season, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can find a direct flight from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport (BOS) out of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport leaving from PHL. Book your ticket with one of these:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PHL to BOS.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is American Airlines.
PHL is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to BOS flight:
The majority of flights that depart Trenton-Mercer Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Logan International Airport (BOS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BOS:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Philadelphia to Logan International Airport flight.
BOS is located at One Harborside Drive.
Getting from Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
Central Boston is about 3 kilometres from Logan International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport (BOS)
R 495 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport. Return flights start from R 1,006. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Philadelphia to BOS. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Philadelphia to Logan International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport (BOS)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Boston. August is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport (BOS), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Philadelphia to BOS plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Boston to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Boston
Start your Boston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Logan International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Boston when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Museum of Fine Arts Boston followed by Freedom Trail and Quincy Market.
Explore more of the United States
Yonkers is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Boston. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Westchester, Unity Park and Philipse Manor Hall.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, head for Springfield, roughly 137 kilometres west of Boston. Titanic Museum, Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Museums are the start of reasons to visit.
