Flying from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): What you need to know
Philadelphia is five hours behind Belfast. Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Belfast to PHL.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belfast to PHL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a key transfer point for flights from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) departing George Best Belfast City Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to PHL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69%.
About Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport is Rs107,290. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs205,827. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Belfast to PHL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). October is the busiest month to visit Philadelphia. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in January.
Before locking in your Belfast to PHL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Philadelphia International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Philadelphia trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Philadelphia. Around 137 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States and is around 137 kilometres southwest of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
