Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 1 minute is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia and Miami (where Miami International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
Miami International Airport (MIA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route, with 73 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MIA to PHL is with Spirit Airlines at 22:12. Go for the first departure operated by Frontier Airlines at 05:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.
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 flight from MIA to Philadelphia.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Philadelphia are available for booking. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where you'll disembark.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia include:
For a flight within United States, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia, make sure your ID is up to date.
MIA is about 10 miles from central Miami. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MIA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Philadelphia
£25 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia. Return flights start from £54. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from MIA to Philadelphia, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 12 miles. It takes around 17 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 44 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 35 miles from central Philadelphia. After your flight from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 39 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 43 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near TTN. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from MIA to Philadelphia at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia. To avoid the crowds, head for Philadelphia in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from MIA to Philadelphia sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
After locking in your flight from Miami International Airport to Philadelphia, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Philadelphia.
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