Flying from Paris to Philadelphia: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Paris to Philadelphia. Check out your options for flying out of Paris from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Hop off the plane at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the chief entry point to Philadelphia.
Jump on a direct Paris to Philadelphia flight and you'll be flying for an average of 8 hours 25 minutes.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Philadelphia six hours behind Paris.
The most popular route for flights from Paris to Philadelphia is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). There are seven services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to PHL is the 13:30 American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 14:40 with American Airlines.
To ensure you board your Paris to Philadelphia flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Philadelphia
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Paris to Philadelphia flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Paris to Philadelphia, you can leave from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Fly from CDG to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) without making any stops.
American Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Paris to Philadelphia plane tickets leaving from CDG.
We make it a breeze to find a Paris to Philadelphia flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Philadelphia? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
64% of flights leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Paris to Philadelphia flight, here's where you can stop when leaving from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Philadelphia:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
You can reserve a ticket from Paris to Philadelphia with one or more stops leaving from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BVA and Philadelphia:
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 15 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Paris Beauvais Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to Philadelphia flight:
The on-time performance rating of BVA is 71%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Paris Beauvais Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It usually takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
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.
Booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
As soon as your flight from Paris to Philadelphia has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Paris to Philadelphia, rest your head at a hotel near TTN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at TTN can get you a lower rate.
You can find Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Philadelphia. August is the busiest month to travel to Philadelphia. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your Paris to Philadelphia tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Paris to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Philadelphia right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Philadelphia:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Philadelphia must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres northeast to New York to tick off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.