Flying from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Your flight from Philadelphia to DAM won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to DAM flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport:
76% of all departures from Trenton-Mercer Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Central Damascus is around 31 kilometres from Damascus International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport is ر.ق. 2,705. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 4,659. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to DAM if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport (DAM). January is when most people travel to Damascus. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
The warmest month in Damascus is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 39ºC. Book your Philadelphia to DAM plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 14ºC.
More about Damascus
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Damascus International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Damascus:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Al Fateh Mosque, Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque are major attractions which should feature on every Damascus itinerary.
Explore more of Syria
You've visited Damascus, now it's time to discover other parts of Syria. Journey around 145 kilometres north to Homs to tick off its top attractions. From Citadel of Homs to Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 241 kilometres north of Damascus, Latakia is another favourite stop in Syria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque.
