Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is five hours behind London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Philadelphia runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). You can select from 18 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LHR to PHL is the 10:05 American Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 14:10 with American Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your LHR to Philadelphia flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Start your journey at LHR and fly straight to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That's where you can expect to land when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia tickets.
Take to the skies with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from LHR to Philadelphia. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Philadelphia
The best price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia flight is $626. The cheapest price for a return flight is $927. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LHR to Philadelphia if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LHR to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LHR to Philadelphia flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia. July is the most popular month to travel to Philadelphia. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
When booking your London Heathrow 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 (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LHR to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Philadelphia right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Philadelphia:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Philadelphia to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 129 kilometres northeast to New York to check off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Boston is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.