Travelling from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI). Explore the options for setting off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), the city's main airports.
2 hours 50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport flight.
West Palm Beach (where Palm Beach International Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-5 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
With 28 direct flights a week between the two airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:50am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from PHL to PBI is with American Airlines at 9:19pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Philadelphia to PBI, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) operate out of this terminal.
When jetting out of PHL, you can catch a direct flight from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport with American Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between PHL and PBI is American Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is American Airlines.
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Consider starting your journey from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). You can book a direct Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
From TTN, direct flights from Philadelphia to PBI are available with Frontier Airlines.
Frontier Airlines attracts the most bookings on the TTN to PBI route.
You can arrive at TTN from central Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Philadelphia to PBI flight? Unwind in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
76% of flights departing Trenton-Mercer Airport meet their expected arrival time.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PBI instead:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The street address for PBI is Building 846, Palm Beach International.
Getting from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to central West Palm Beach
From Palm Beach International Airport, central West Palm Beach is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
At the moment, R 1,105 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,508. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to PBI.
The best month for scoring cheap Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
December is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit West Palm Beach based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in West Palm Beach is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Philadelphia to PBI plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about West Palm Beach
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Palm Beach International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring West Palm Beach:
South Florida Science Centre and Aquarium and Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens are a couple of major attractions to add to your West Palm Beach itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen West Palm Beach, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 105 kilometres south to Miami to tick off its top attractions. From Beach to Ocean Drive and Port of Miami, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tampa is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres northwest of West Palm Beach. No journey is complete without dropping by Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
