Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
London and Philadelphia follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your YXU to PHL flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
At the moment, R 5,202 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,686. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from YXU to PHL, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from London International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YXU to PHL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
Of all flights departing from London International Airport, 50.41% arrive on time at their destination.
Central London to London International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near YXU. Whether you've booked an early flight from London International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you're on a late London International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport to central Philadelphia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from London International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from London International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Philadelphia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YXU to PHL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Boston is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
