Travelling from Philadelphia to London: what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Philadelphia to London.
Fly into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also reach London through Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Book a direct Philadelphia to London flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 5 minutes.
London is four hours ahead of Philadelphia and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Philadelphia to London is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). There are 18 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from PHL to LHR is the 18:30 British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 23:10 with American Airlines.
To ensure you catch your Philadelphia to London flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at security and check-in. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of international departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to London
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to London is R 3,542. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,333. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book four months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Philadelphia to London flights.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to London. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Philadelphia to London.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can book a direct flight from Philadelphia to London jetting off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Start your journey at PHL and land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Check out the promotions with American Airlines. This airline offers direct Philadelphia to London plane tickets out of PHL.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Philadelphia to London flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to London, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
78.93% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport make it to their destination on time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is approximately 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 55 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to London. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your Philadelphia to London flight.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Philadelphia to London has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 30 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near LGW. Tuck yourself in after your Philadelphia to London flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car simple. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Philadelphia to London and head directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour to reach driving.
The journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near STN. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your Philadelphia to London flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're after a specific model or make, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks before your flight from Philadelphia to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to London
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to London, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to London based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Philadelphia to London tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to London, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are highlights which should feature on every London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres to the north-west, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
