Flying from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Roanoke.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ROA to PHL flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
American Airlines has direct flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Philadelphia — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ROA to PHL flights, with 77.78% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between ROA and PHL include:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
R 2,667 is currently the best price for a one-way Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 6,298. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ROA to PHL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ROA to PHL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
ROA is located at 5202 Aviation Drive, N.W..
Of all flights leaving Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, 68.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Roanoke. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ROA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Philadelphia. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Philadelphia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ROA to PHL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its popular sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, your itinerary will be busy.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
