Travelling from Vancouver to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Philadelphia begins with finding the best airport to kick off your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Come in for landing at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the major arrival point in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is three hours ahead of Vancouver and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Vancouver to Philadelphia flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Philadelphia
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Vancouver to Philadelphia flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Philadelphia or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
71.77% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make taking an early Vancouver to Philadelphia flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PHL:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Philadelphia flight.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is located around 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). As soon as your flight from Vancouver to Philadelphia has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, head to Philadelphia in February.
When booking your Vancouver to Philadelphia tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philadelphia right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Philadelphia:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are must-do's during your Philadelphia adventure.
Explore more of United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
