Travelling from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) departing from either of these.
Hop on a direct Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
Fort Myers's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Philadelphia. Southwest Florida International Airport is located in Fort Myers.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with American Airlines at 7:25pm. Go for the first PHL to RSW departure with Frontier Airlines at 7:30am if you'd rather not wait around.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to RSW. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) can be booked from this terminal.
American Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport departing from PHL.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PHL to RSW.
The most reliable carrier for punctuality on this route is Frontier Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 75.0% of the time.
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kms (11 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
77% of flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can book a direct Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) plane ticket out of Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Figure out if flying from TTN works better for your plans.
From TTN, direct flights from Philadelphia to RSW are offered by Frontier Airlines.
Frontier Airlines is the most frequently booked airline flying from TTN to RSW.
The most punctual carrier is Frontier Airlines. Its Trenton-Mercer Airport to Southwest Florida International Airport flights arrive without delay 67.74% of the time.
You can arrive at TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Philadelphia to RSW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Book a hotel close to RSW if you're catching a late flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
RSW is located at 11000 Terminal Access Road.
Getting from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to central Fort Myers
Southwest Florida International Airport is around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Fort Myers. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Currently, £48 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £134. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to RSW, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
October is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Fort Myers based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Philadelphia to RSW plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Fort Myers to range from 25ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Myers
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Southwest Florida International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Myers:
Your trip to Fort Myers should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Edison & Ford Winter Estates, Burroughs Home & Gardens and Lakes Regional Park.
Explore more of the United States
Miami is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Fort Myers. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the southeast, popular attractions include Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
Tampa is another essential stop in the United States and is around 177 kms (110 miles) northwest of Fort Myers. No journey is complete without experiencing Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.