Traveling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 59 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Philadelphia and New York have the same timezone — UTC-4.
Peak months like August or vacation periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Traveling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Jetting into New York (and discovering more of United States!) is straightforward with United Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the PHL - EWR route are:
Norfolk International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from PHL to EWR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is $133. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $209. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap tickets from PHL to EWR, book your journey 10 months ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PHL to EWR. You don't need to search every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll update you when the price changes.
Play around with filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport is around 19 kilometers from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 44 minutes.
After a convenient hotel near PHL? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider booking a hotel close to EWR if you're catching a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 24 kilometers from the center of New York. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to New York in February.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHL to EWR in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
More about New York
As soon as you've locked in your flights from PHL to EWR, you'll need to find a place to stay in New York. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your New York itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Empire State Building.
Consider flying in or out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This domestic airport is another choice for getting to and from New York.
Complete your New York trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Newark Liberty International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your New York vacation.
