Flying from Split Airport (SPU) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia is six hours behind Split and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your SPU to PHL flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Split Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SPU and PHL include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Handy information about Split Airport (SPU)
84% of flights leaving Split Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SPU.
Central Split to Split Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Split Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to SPU:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're arriving on a late Split Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near PHL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Philadelphia and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia International Airport to central Philadelphia has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Split Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Philadelphia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Split Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SPU to PHL in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a trip to New York will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
