Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Around 9 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, making Philadelphia five hours behind Frankfurt.
There are eight Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights each week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your FRA to PHL flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
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Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between FRA and PHL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Currently, £299 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £420. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from FRA to PHL, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights leaving from Frankfurt Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Frankfurt Airport from central Frankfurt, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Book a hotel close to PHL if you're catching a late Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and chase adventure across Philadelphia and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Philadelphia. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you want to visit Philadelphia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to PHL in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Philadelphia, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 80 miles north-east to New York to check off its leading sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Boston, about 270 miles north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key reasons to visit.