R11 586+ 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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— PHL
Oct 28 — Nov 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to Philadelphia in 2025

Find the latest flights to Philadelphia in 2025, 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 28 September 2025.

Return from

R15 396

One-way from

R11 586

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 513
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R26 250 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 481 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in September 2025

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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 28 September 2025.

Sun 14/1223:35JNB - PHL
2 stops30h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/129:20PHL - JNB
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/9R63 817
Sun 14/1222:00JNB - PHL
2 stops25h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 28/1218:35PHL - JNB
1 stop30h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/9R67 921
Sun 14/1219:35JNB - PHL
2 stops26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 28/1218:35PHL - JNB
1 stop30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/9R69 203

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

22:00-16:00

2 stops49h 00m

Philadelphia

Mon 16/2

21:10-10:25

2 stops30h 15m

R15 396

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

22:00-16:15

1 stop25h 15m

Philadelphia

Mon 16/2

19:45-10:25

1 stop31h 40m

R16 920

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

23:35-22:56

2 stops30h 21m

Philadelphia

Sun 28/12

9:20-10:30

2 stops42h 10m

R63 817

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

22:00-16:00

2 stops25h 00m

Philadelphia

Sun 28/12

18:35-7:35

1 stop30h 00m

R67 921

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

13:45-9:00

1 stop26h 15m

R11 586

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

13:45-9:00

1 stop26h 15m

R11 828

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

20:20-14:47

2 stops49h 27m

R12 209

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

9:50-18:31

2 stops39h 41m

R13 872

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 25/9

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 26 September 2025.

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 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 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

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 28 September 2025.
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.

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent

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 767, while return flights cost around R4 761.

  • 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 (25 hours 5 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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