Cheap flights from Des Moines to Philadelphia from £117

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Philadelphia from £117

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Sun, Apr 19
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£117
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Thu, Apr 23
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£138
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Thu, Apr 23
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£144
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Fri, Apr 24
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£144
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Wed, Apr 22
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£210
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Fri, Apr 24
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Fri, Apr 24 – Mon, Apr 27
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Thu, Apr 23 – Mon, Apr 27
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Thu, Apr 23 – Mon, Apr 27
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How much do flights to Philadelphia cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£117

Cheapest round-trip

£227

Average round-trip

£314

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Allegiant Air

Getting from Philadelphia airport to the city center

Fastest option: SEPTA Regional Rail. Best value: SEPTA bus routes.

Philadelphia is served by Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), located approximately 12 km southwest of Center City. The airport offers a variety of airport transfers to city center destinations, including regional rail, bus services, taxis, ride-hailing, and private transfers. SEPTA Regional Rail provides the most direct connection to 30th Street Station and Center City, while bus options offer budget-friendly alternatives. Journey times and costs vary depending on the mode of transport, time of day, and traffic conditions.

Transport Option

Typical time

Typical cost

Frequency

Best for

25-30 min

$6.75-$8 (varies by destination station)

every 30 min (traffic dependent)

fastest to Center City

45-60 min

$2-$2.50 (exact fare or SEPTA Key)

every 20–30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

40-55 min

$2-$2.50 (exact fare or SEPTA Key)

every 20–30 min (traffic dependent)

connections to 69th Street

20-45 min

$28.50-$40 (flat rate to Center City)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

20-45 min

$20-$45 (varies with demand and traffic)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

flexible pickup locations

20-40 min

$50-$100 (pre-booked; varies by provider)

by reservation (traffic dependent)

groups or business travelers

20-45 min

$40-$100 (daily rate; parking extra)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

exploring beyond the city

Notes:

  • Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • SEPTA Airport Line trains stop at all terminals and connect to 30th Street Station, Suburban Station, and Jefferson Station.
  • Taxis have a flat rate of $28.50 to Center City; additional charges may apply for tolls or extra passengers.
  • Ride-hailing pickup is located at designated areas outside baggage claim.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Philadelphia

Depart from
Des Moines International
Arrive to
Philadelphia International
Average flights per week
108
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Empire State Building - Independence National Historical Park, PA, USA - Lincoln Memorial - Manhattan Island - Metropolitan Museum of Art - National Mall - Staten Island - Statue of Liberty - Times Square

Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to Philadelphia

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Allegiant AirAAYG4No
United AirlinesUALUANo
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9No
Spirit AirlinesNKSNKNo
JetBlue AirwaysJBUB6No

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Philadelphia

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January3°C-2°C
February5°C-1°C
March10°C2°C
April16°C7°C
May22°C13°C
June27°C17°C
July30°C21°C
August29°C20°C
September25°C17°C
October19°C11°C
November12°C4°C
December7°C0°C
Hottest Month
30°C
July
Coldest month
-2°C
January
Sunny days
268
days per year
Snow days
9
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Apr
19°C10°C
18 Apr
89%
30°C16°C
Sunday
12 Apr
14°C6°C
19 Apr
86%
9°C7°C
Monday
13 Apr
25°C9°C
20 Apr
19°C6°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
29°C15°C
21 Apr
17°C8°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
31°C18°C
22 Apr
20°C6°C
Thursday
16 Apr
27°C20°C
23 Apr
27°C12°C
Friday
17 Apr
88%
23°C17°C
24 Apr
84%
24°C16°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Allegiant Air, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and JetBlue Airways. Des Moines and Philadelphia have 108 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Philadelphia, consider visiting Empire State Building, Independence National Historical Park, PA, USA, Lincoln Memorial, Manhattan Island, Metropolitan Museum of Art, National Mall, Staten Island, Statue of Liberty, and Times Square.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Des Moines?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Des Moines and Las Vegas, Nashville, Phoenix, Istanbul, Austin, Santa Ana, Orlando, Guadalajara, Tampa, Houston, Sarasota, Shanghai, Winnipeg, Montreal, Kathmandu, Punta Gorda, Malé, Boston, Monrovia, Mexico City.
What are the most popular routes to and from Philadelphia?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Philadelphia and London, Atlanta, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Mexico City, Dallas, Miami, Tampa, Los Angeles, Detroit, Nashville, Chicago, Boston, Manchester, Charlotte, Denver, San Juan, Las Vegas, Santo Domingo, Houston.
What airports are near Des Moines?
The main airport in Des Moines is Des Moines International. It is also served by Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway.
What airports are near Philadelphia?
The main airport in Philadelphia is Philadelphia International. It is also served by John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, Washington Dulles International, LaGuardia, Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, New York Stewart International Airport, Harrisburg International.
Which airlines fly between Des Moines and Philadelphia?
Currently, you can fly between Des Moines and Philadelphia with Allegiant Air, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways.
When’s the best time to travel between Des Moines and Philadelphia?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Des Moines and Philadelphia, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Des Moines and Philadelphia?
Traveling between Des Moines and Philadelphia, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Des Moines?
There are a number of airports in and around Des Moines. The main one is Des Moines International and other nearby airports include Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway
How many airports are there near Philadelphia?
There are a number of airports in and around Philadelphia. The main one is Philadelphia International and other nearby airports include John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, Washington Dulles International, LaGuardia, Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, New York Stewart International Airport, Harrisburg International.
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