Flying from Melbourne to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia taking off from here.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where your flight will arrive in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Philadelphia 15 hours behind Melbourne.
Leave enough time to catch your Melbourne to Philadelphia flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to Philadelphia flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Philadelphia is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Melbourne to Philadelphia flights.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Melbourne to Philadelphia flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and discover more of Philadelphia and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
The centre of Philadelphia is approximately 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Melbourne to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Philadelphia right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia:
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 highlights which should be on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its leading sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
