Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia.
Jacksonville (the location of Jacksonville International Airport) and Philadelphia are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
With 29 flights a week between the two airports, Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:38. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from JAX to PHL is with Frontier Airlines at 22:48.
Leave enough time to catch your JAX to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at JAX and fly nonstop to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia tickets.
Book your favourite seat with American Airlines. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia.
Travelling from central Jacksonville to JAX takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to JAX? If you're catching an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Jacksonville International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from JAX arrive on schedule 80.42% of the time.
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Philadelphia
The best price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia flight is ر.ق. 282. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 641. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from JAX to Philadelphia, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Philadelphia and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from JAX to Philadelphia can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your JAX to Philadelphia flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Travel to Philadelphia during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from JAX to Philadelphia around that time if you like travelling in 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. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Philadelphia:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
