Flying from London to Philadelphia: what you need to know
When organizing a flight from London to Philadelphia, you'll have a good selection of airports to take off from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where your flight will arrive in Philadelphia.
Hop on a direct London to Philadelphia flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, making Philadelphia five hours behind London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 18 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from London to Philadelphia is with American Airlines at 14:10. Choose the first LHR to PHL departure operated by American Airlines at 10:05 to make the most of your arrival in Philadelphia.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your London to Philadelphia flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Philadelphia
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap London to Philadelphia flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're searching for a direct flight from London to Philadelphia, you can leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Fly from LHR to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) in one seamless journey.
American Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct London to Philadelphia plane tickets leaving from LHR.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your London to Philadelphia flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
LHR is around 26 kilometers from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Philadelphia, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your London to Philadelphia flight, check out these options when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from London to Philadelphia, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport get to their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 83%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Lock in a ticket from London to Philadelphia out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between STN and Philadelphia are:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The journey time to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Philadelphia flight:
STN has an on-time performance rate of 80%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes by car. The center is roughly 11 kilometers away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your London to Philadelphia flight.
PHL is situated at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is roughly 48 kilometers from the center of Philadelphia. After your flight from London to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near TTN. Kick back after your London to Philadelphia flight at one of these well-located options:
Budget, National and Enterprise make picking up a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London to Philadelphia. August is the most popular month to visit Philadelphia. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
Book a London to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from London to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Philadelphia, explore our selection of hotels including:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Philadelphia must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometers northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometers northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.





