Traveling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Philadelphia is one hour ahead of Houston and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from IAH to PHL start at 05:10 — the first with Spirit Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:50 with Spirit Airlines. In total, there are 52 weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your IAH to PHL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
With direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Philadelphia (and then other parts of United States) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.
Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates IAH to PHL flights. A dependable 85.71% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IAH and PHL:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
$57 is the lowest price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $108. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from IAH to PHL, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
78.42% of flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is around 17 miles from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IAH? If you're boarding an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PHL if you have a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and venture far and wide through Philadelphia and beyond.
Booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport to the center of Philadelphia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Philadelphia. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with the temperature ranging from 64ºF to 90ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºF and 48ºF. Search for cheap tickets from IAH to PHL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 80 miles north-east to New York to check off its leading attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Boston is another essential stop in United States and is around 270 miles north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
