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R11 171+ 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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— PHL
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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 9 May 2026.

Wed 3/621:15
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/619:20
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5R20 833
Thu 4/619:25
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops49h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/618:45
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5R21 063
Thu 4/621:15
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops28h 28m
British Airways
Thu 11/617:30
PHL
-
JNB
2 stops31h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 6/5R21 096
Wed 3/620:25
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops31h 44m
Delta
Wed 17/613:10
PHL
-
JNB
2 stops26h 10m
Delta
Deal found 5/5R21 883
Sun 21/612:40
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/615:30
PHL
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R21 916
Thu 16/721:15
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/718:25
PHL
-
JNB
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5R22 195
Fri 19/620:55
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/617:30
PHL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R23 278
Thu 4/619:20
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops26h 45m
SWISS
Thu 11/611:38
PHL
-
JNB
3 stops39h 42m
SWISS
Deal found 6/5R26 247

Find flight deals to Philadelphia

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 9 May 2026.

Return from

R20 833

One-way from

R11 171

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 243
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 3/6-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
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19/5
  • 19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 43m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 148 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R376 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

20:25-22:09

2 stops31h 44m

Philadelphia

Wed 17/6

13:10-21:20

2 stops26h 10m

R21 883

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

20:55-18:50

2 stops27h 55m

Philadelphia

Fri 26/6

17:30-4:00

2 stops28h 30m

R23 278

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

15:25-17:52

3 stops32h 27m

Philadelphia

Fri 26/6

17:40-9:20

2 stops57h 40m

R31 693

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:20-16:05

2 stops26h 45m

Philadelphia

Wed 17/6

17:40-9:20

2 stops33h 40m

R33 547
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

21:15-16:40

1 stop25h 25m

Philadelphia

Mon 8/6

18:30-7:00

2 stops30h 30m

R53 297
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:50-21:33

2 stops31h 43m

R11 171

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

17:00-22:10

3 stops35h 10m

R11 467

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:40-21:34

2 stops38h 54m

R11 581

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

21:55-15:00

1 stop23h 05m

R21 424

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:00-16:05

1 stop27h 05m

R31 906

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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?

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 17 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 30 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.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R15 295
British Airways
British Airways
From R15 686
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 688
KLM
KLM
From R11 437

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Philadelphia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia are KLM, 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 9 May 2026.
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
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 695 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 954 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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, KLM 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 673, while return flights cost around R4 510.

  • How much is a return flight to Philadelphia?

    A return flight to Philadelphia will typically cost around R4 510, however they can be found for as little as R4 510.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Philadelphia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Philadelphia, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 30 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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