Flying from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR): What you need to know
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is located in Baton Rouge. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Philadelphia.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to BTR.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Philadelphia to BTR flight? Relax in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BTR instead:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
BTR is located at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
Getting from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to central Baton Rouge
From Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, central Baton Rouge is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
At the moment, Rs84,521 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs89,033. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Philadelphia to BTR, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Baton Rouge. October is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Baton Rouge is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 39ºC. Book your Philadelphia to BTR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 19ºC.
More about Baton Rouge
Start your Baton Rouge trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. St. Joseph Cathedral, USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House are must-visits when exploring Baton Rouge.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Baton Rouge. Around 121 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Bourbon St, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
Jackson is another standout destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres northeast of Baton Rouge. No trip is complete without a visit to Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and Russell C Davis Planetarium.
