Flying from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW): what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). Explore the options for leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport is 2 hours 57 minutes.
Fort Myers (where Southwest Florida International Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-4 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
The busiest route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), with 32 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to RSW is the 05:05 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 20:45 with American Airlines.
Your flight from Philadelphia to RSW won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
August is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Get there in one go from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport with American Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from PHL.
The distance from central Philadelphia to PHL is about 19 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
About Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Consider booking a hotel near RSW if you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to central Fort Myers
From Southwest Florida International Airport, Fort Myers is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Rs22,130 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport. Return flights start from Rs43,617. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Philadelphia to RSW.
The cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport. October is the most popular month to travel to Fort Myers. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Fort Myers. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Philadelphia to RSW sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Myers
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Myers:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve North, Fort Myers River District and Lakes Regional Park are essential stops on your Fort Myers itinerary.
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