Travelling from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) jetting off from either of these.
3 hours 20 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Houston to Philadelphia International Airport flight.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Houston. Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia.
With 36 direct flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from IAH to PHL is with Spirit Airlines at 8:35pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to PHL, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) operate out of this terminal.
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport leaving from IAH include:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between IAH and PHL is United Airlines.
With an impressive 85.71% of services landing on schedule, Spirit Airlines ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to HOU from central Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to PHL flight:
William P. Hobby Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81.06% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Reserve a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport. Select one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Houston to Philadelphia International Airport flight.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The centre of Philadelphia is about 11 kilometres from Philadelphia International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
ر.ق. 241 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 462. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Plan your visit to Philadelphia in February for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Houston to PHL flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philadelphia right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Philadelphia International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights which should be on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Philadelphia. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, consider Baltimore, about 137 kilometres south-west of Philadelphia. Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are among the biggest draws.
