Flying from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Roanoke (the location of Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport).
With 12 weekly flights between the two airports, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from ROA to PHL is with American Airlines at 18:54.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ROA to Philadelphia flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia ticket. Start your journey at ROA and end it at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia.
ROA is about 6 kilometres from central Roanoke. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near ROA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, data shows 72% of flights complete their journey on time.
ROA's address is 5202 Aviation Drive, N.W..
How to find the cheapest flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Philadelphia
R 2,712 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 6,366. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from ROA to Philadelphia, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
Book a hotel close to PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ROA to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Once you've hopped off your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ROA to Philadelphia flight:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport can be found at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
July is the busiest month for flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Philadelphia in December.
Book a Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ROA to Philadelphia around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Philadelphia, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top sights which should be on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without visiting Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.