Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located.
With 11 weekly flights between the two airports, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from BHM to PHL is with American Airlines at 16:30.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BHM to Philadelphia flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia tickets are available for booking. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will be your arrival point.
American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Birmingham, BHM can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BHM? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
79% of flights taking off from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Philadelphia
₹ 17,171 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 31,081. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from BHM to Philadelphia by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
July is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel close to PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BHM to Philadelphia can help you lock in the lowest rate.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is around 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Following your BHM to Philadelphia flight, kick back at a hotel close to TTN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia. July is the busiest month to visit Philadelphia. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BHM to Philadelphia in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Philadelphia right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Philadelphia:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 129 kilometres northeast to New York to check off its top attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Boston, about 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are among its highlights.
