R12 023+ Cheap flights to Philadelphia

— PHL
Dec 6 — Dec 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Philadelphia in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Philadelphia

Wed 23/1221:20 -
1 stop25h 55m
Wed 30/1218:35 -
1 stop32h 50m
Deal found 5/11R17 501
Wed 23/1221:20 -
2 stops32h 51m
Wed 30/1219:10 -
2 stops41h 00m
Deal found 5/11R19 010
Tue 24/1120:20 -
1 stop25h 30m
Sun 29/1120:45 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 4/11R19 436
Thu 12/1119:35 -
1 stop27h 40m
Mon 16/1118:35 -
1 stop32h 50m
Deal found 3/11R19 469

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Return from

R16 632

One-way from

R12 023

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 305
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/1-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R1 172 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R350 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in November 2026

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JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/1

20:20-14:50

1 stop25h 30m

Philadelphia

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 023

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/1

19:35-18:32

2 stops29h 57m

Philadelphia

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 843

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/12

19:35-16:15

1 stop27h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 139

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

21:20-16:15

1 stop25h 55m

Philadelphia

Wed 30/12

18:35-10:25

1 stop32h 50m

R17 501

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

21:20-23:11

2 stops32h 51m

Philadelphia

Wed 30/12

19:10-19:10

2 stops41h 00m

R19 010

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/5

19:25-16:40

1 stop27h 15m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/5

18:45-9:25

1 stop32h 40m

R19 026

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/3

13:45-14:50

1 stop32h 05m

Philadelphia

Tue 30/3

21:55-12:00

2 stops56h 05m

R19 043

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

20:20-14:50

1 stop25h 30m

Philadelphia

Sun 29/11

20:45-8:40

1 stop28h 55m

R19 436

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

16:00-18:26

2 stops33h 26m

Philadelphia

Thu 24/12

13:53-19:10

1 stop22h 17m

R20 043

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/3

20:40-21:38

2 stops31h 58m

Philadelphia

Tue 30/3

13:00-9:00

3 stops38h 00m

R20 617

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Philadelphia

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 cheapest airlines that fly to Philadelphia?

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

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 Qatar Airways,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DOH - DFW

Great! Should have let used business lounge with business class tickets

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DOH - DFW

Great! Should have let used business lounge with business class tickets

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DOH - DFW

Great! Should have let used business lounge with business class tickets

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DOH - DFW

Great! Should have let used business lounge with business class tickets

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DOH - DFW

Great! Should have let used business lounge with business class tickets

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, Qatar Airways 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 R3 594, while return flights cost around R2 588.

  • How much is a return flight to Philadelphia?

    A return flight to Philadelphia will typically cost around R2 595, however they can be found for as little as R2 588.

  • 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 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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