Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Boston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Philadelphia.
Every week, there are 104 Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, pick the 06:00 JetBlue Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:20 with American Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your PHL to BOS flight.
You can expect 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.
With direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Boston (and then other parts of the United States) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers PHL to BOS flights is Delta. Its services arrive without delay 79.25% of the time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PHL and BOS:
New York LaGuardia Airport
Nantucket Airport
Martha's Vineyard Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Rs29,332 is the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs60,319. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from PHL to BOS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from PHL to BOS.
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Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Consider staying in a hotel near BOS if you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Boston Logan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Boston's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Boston Logan International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
BOS is located at One Harborside Drive.
Boston Logan International Airport to central Boston has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Boston based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Boston is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to BOS in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Boston, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres south-west to New York to check off its leading attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Boston, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
