Travelling from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Bridgetown.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your BGI to PHL flight.
During popular months like March, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Philadelphia (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering BGI to PHL flights, with 77.78% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BGI and PHL:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Miami International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight is Rs127,126. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs145,486. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BGI to PHL, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BGI to PHL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
76.82% of flights leaving from Grantley Adams International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Bridgetown to Grantley Adams International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel close to BGI? If you're catching an early flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport to central Philadelphia has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Philadelphia. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGI to PHL in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Philadelphia, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its popular 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 trip is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.