What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia?

Philadelphia (PHL), located 11,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Philadelphia.

Can I find cheaper flights to Philadelphia if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Philadelphia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Philadelphia.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Philadelphia?

Philadelphia is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Philadelphia. One-way flights to Philadelphia typically cost R16 039, while return flights cost around R4 831.

How much is a return flight to Philadelphia?

A return flight to Philadelphia will typically cost around R275, however they can be found for as little as R275.

Where does the fastest flight to Philadelphia depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Philadelphia, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 17 minutes).

Does Philadelphia have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Philadelphia can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Philadelphia?

Yes. Philadelphia has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Philadelphia Airport Marriott is the closest property to Philadelphia (0,0 km away from Philadelphia).

R11 824+ Flights to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Flights to Philadelphia in 2025

Return from	R18 448
One-way from	R15 444
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R18 290

Delta
12/9-19/9
3 total stops
45h 38m total
Johannesburg to Philadelphia

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American Airlines
23/8
1 total stop
25h 10m total
Johannesburg to Philadelphia

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Cheapest flights to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Fri 12/920:30JNB - PHL

2 stops26h 23mDelta

Fri 19/918:25PHL - JNB

1 stop19h 15mDelta

Deal found 14/8R18 448

Fri 12/913:55JNB - PHL

1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways

Fri 19/920:25PHL - JNB

1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/8R18 641

Fri 12/913:55JNB - PHL

1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways

Thu 18/920:25PHL - JNB

1 stop37h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/8R18 676

Fri 12/99:50JNB - PHL

2 stops42h 00mEtihad Airways

Thu 18/910:20PHL - JNB

2 stops40h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/8R19 502

Fri 12/99:50JNB - PHL

2 stops42h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 19/97:00PHL - JNB

2 stops43h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/8R19 854

Fri 12/921:15JNB - PHL

2 stops30h 35mBritish Airways

Thu 18/922:15PHL - JNB

1 stop26h 45mBritish Airways

Deal found 13/8R21 470

Tue 19/821:20JNB - PHL

2 stops46h 57mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/96:30PHL - JNB

2 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/8R22 911

Wed 20/821:20JNB - PHL

2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines

Wed 27/810:30PHL - JNB

2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/8R23 262

Best flights to Philadelphia
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Fri 12/920:30JNB - PHL

2 stops26h 23mDelta

Fri 19/95:25PHL - JNB

1 stop32h 15mDelta

Deal found 12/8R17 183

Fri 12/913:55JNB - PHL

1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways

Fri 19/920:25PHL - JNB

1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/8R18 641

Fri 12/99:50JNB - PHL

2 stops42h 00mEtihad Airways

Thu 18/910:20PHL - JNB

2 stops40h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 12/8R19 502

Fri 12/913:55JNB - PHL

1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways

Thu 18/920:25PHL - JNB

1 stop37h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/8R18 676

Last-minute flights to Philadelphia
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Tue 19/821:20JNB - PHL

2 stops46h 57mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/96:30PHL - JNB

2 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/8R22 911

Tue 19/821:55JNB - PHL

1 stop33h 01mVirgin Atlantic

Mon 1/918:25PHL - JNB

1 stop19h 15mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 13/8R24 826

Tue 19/821:55JNB - PHL

1 stop33h 01mDelta

Mon 1/917:22PHL - JNB

2 stops34h 43mDelta

Deal found 13/8R25 142

Tue 19/819:35JNB - PHL

2 stops51h 46mSWISS

Mon 1/913:03PHL - JNB

3 stops38h 17mSWISS

Deal found 13/8R32 697

Tue 19/817:50JNB - PHL

3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/95:45PHL - JNB

3 stops44h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8R45 400

Wed 20/821:20JNB - PHL

2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines

Wed 27/810:30PHL - JNB

2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/8R23 262

Wed 20/819:00JNB - PHL

1 stop28h 10mBrussels Airlines

Wed 27/818:45PHL - JNB

1 stop31h 50mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 13/8R29 376

Fri 12/920:30JNB - PHL

2 stops26h 23mDelta

Fri 19/918:25PHL - JNB

1 stop19h 15mDelta

Deal found 14/8R18 448

Fri 12/913:55JNB - PHL

1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways

Fri 19/920:25PHL - JNB

1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/8R18 641

Fri 12/913:55JNB - PHL

1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways

Thu 18/920:25PHL - JNB

1 stop37h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/8R18 676

Fri 12/99:50JNB - PHL

2 stops42h 00mEtihad Airways

Thu 18/910:20PHL - JNB

2 stops40h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/8R19 502

Fri 12/99:50JNB - PHL

2 stops42h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 19/97:00PHL - JNB

2 stops43h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/8R19 854

One-way flights to Philadelphia
Search for one-way flight options to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Sat 23/821:15JNB - PHL

1 stop25h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 13/8R15 444

Sun 24/821:15JNB - PHL

1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8R15 532

Sat 23/819:25JNB - PHL

2 stops47h 27mBritish Airways

Deal found 13/8R17 798

Sat 23/88:40JNB - PHL

3 stops55h 06mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8R19 098

Sat 23/819:00JNB - PHL

1 stop28h 10mLufthansa

Deal found 13/8R48 808

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Price

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

20:30-16:53

2 stops26h 23m

Philadelphia

Fri 19/9

5:25-19:40

1 stop32h 15m

R17 183

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

13:55-9:05

1 stop25h 10m

Philadelphia

Fri 19/9

20:25-9:35

1 stop31h 10m

R18 641

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

13:55-9:05

1 stop25h 10m

Philadelphia

Thu 18/9

20:25-16:10

1 stop37h 45m

R18 676

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

9:50-21:50

2 stops42h 00m

Philadelphia

Thu 18/9

10:20-8:20

2 stops40h 00m

R19 502

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

13:55-9:05

1 stop25h 10m

R11 824

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

13:55-9:05

1 stop25h 10m

R11 842

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

13:55-9:05

1 stop25h 10m

R13 687

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

0:45-16:41

3 stops45h 56m

R13 915

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

6:40-9:05

3 stops32h 25m

R13 968

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

9:50-0:57

2 stops45h 07m

R14 231

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When is the best time to book a flight to Philadelphia?

The price you pay for your flight to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Philadelphia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia takes 25 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Philadelphia from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia are British Airways, Qatar Airways and United Airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Philadelphia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia are Qatar Airways, United Airlines and KLM.

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 384 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 384 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 384 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 608 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 384 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 915 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 384 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Virgin Atlantic

7,4

Good

657 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 384 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 267 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 384 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

FAQs about flying to Philadelphia

What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia?
Philadelphia (PHL), located 11,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Philadelphia.
Can I find cheaper flights to Philadelphia if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Philadelphia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Philadelphia.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Philadelphia. One-way flights to Philadelphia typically cost R16 039, while return flights cost around R4 831.
How much is a return flight to Philadelphia?
A return flight to Philadelphia will typically cost around R275, however they can be found for as little as R275.
Where does the fastest flight to Philadelphia depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Philadelphia, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 17 minutes).
Does Philadelphia have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Philadelphia can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Philadelphia?
Yes. Philadelphia has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Philadelphia Airport Marriott is the closest property to Philadelphia (0,0 km away from Philadelphia).

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

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Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Philadelphia

What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia?

Can I find cheaper flights to Philadelphia if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Philadelphia?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Philadelphia?

How much is a return flight to Philadelphia?

Where does the fastest flight to Philadelphia depart from?

Does Philadelphia have car hire?

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