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R12 471+ Cheap flights to Philadelphia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— PHL
Mar 12 — Mar 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Philadelphia in 2026

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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 10 February 2026.

Tue 24/313:45
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 31/320:40
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/2R14 748
Thu 26/312:45
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 29/320:40
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/2R15 067
Thu 12/219:35
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops26h 50m
British Airways
Sat 14/218:35
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 8/2R15 130
Sun 8/319:35
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops25h 20m
British Airways
Fri 13/321:57
PHL
-
JNB
2 stops30h 28m
British Airways
Deal found 10/2R15 608
Mon 13/421:55
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop20h 19m
Kenya Airways
Wed 13/514:24
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 16m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/2R15 927
Tue 24/319:35
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops25h 20m
American Airlines
Tue 31/320:40
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop30h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/2R16 054

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Find the latest flights to Philadelphia in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 10 February 2026.

Return from

R14 748

One-way from

R12 471

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 812
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/3-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
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30/7
  • 30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 49m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R1 466 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R375 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

13:45-9:00

1 stop25h 15m

Philadelphia

Tue 31/3

20:40-15:20

1 stop36h 40m

R14 748

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

12:45-9:00

1 stop26h 15m

Philadelphia

Sun 29/3

20:40-4:00

1 stop25h 20m

R15 067

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

19:35-14:55

2 stops25h 20m

Philadelphia

Fri 13/3

21:57-10:25

2 stops30h 28m

R15 608

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

21:55-12:14

1 stop20h 19m

Philadelphia

Wed 13/5

14:24-19:40

1 stop23h 16m

R15 927

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

14:45-21:34

2 stops36h 49m

R12 471

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

19:25-16:05

2 stops26h 40m

R12 550

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

21:55-0:25

1 stop32h 30m

R13 108

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

21:45-18:55

3 stops51h 10m

R37 428

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

8:45-16:05

2 stops37h 20m

R48 178

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

19:25-15:55

2 stops26h 30m

R48 640

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Best time to book a flight to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Philadelphia

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.

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 15 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 26 hours 15 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.

British Airways
British Airways
From R15 230
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R14 679
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R14 642
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R13 978

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Philadelphia?

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

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 10 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways 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
7,7
Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 451 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 273 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 728 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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, Virgin Atlantic 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 R1 625, while return flights cost around R4 379.

  • How much is a return flight to Philadelphia?

    A return flight to Philadelphia will typically cost around R4 379, however they can be found for as little as R4 379.

  • 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 (19 hours 54 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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