Flying from Philadelphia to Mobile: what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Philadelphia to Mobile. Explore your options for leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), two of the city's main airports.
Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) and Mobile Downtown Airport (BFM) are the major entry points to Mobile.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Philadelphia to Mobile flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Mobile
To find cheap Philadelphia to Mobile flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Philadelphia to Mobile.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Mobile by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Mobile, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Mobile
Mobile Regional Airport (MOB)
Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Mobile. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just hopped off a late flight from Philadelphia to Mobile. Homewood Suites by Hilton Mobile Airport-University Area and Hampton Inn & Suites Mobile Providence Park/Airport are two good accommodation options near MOB.
Go where the road takes you with a Mobile Regional Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Hertz or Dollar and see more of Mobile and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Mobile Regional Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
The address for MOB is 8400 Airport Blvd..
Mobile Downtown Airport (BFM)
As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Mobile has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Mobile is approximately 8 kilometres from Mobile Downtown Airport (BFM).
The journey will take approximately 40 minutes on public transport.
More about Mobile
Start your Mobile trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Mobile, browse our selection of hotels including:
Mobile Carnival Museum and Fort Conde are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Mobile travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at History Museum of Mobile.
Explore more of United States
Mobile will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres north-east of Mobile, a visit to Atlanta will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park.
Around 209 kilometres west of Mobile, New Orleans is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at French Quarter, Jackson Square and Cafe Du Monde.
