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How much do flights to Philadelphia cost?
Getting from Philadelphia airport to the city center
Fastest option: SEPTA Regional Rail. Best value: SEPTA bus routes.
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
Weekly direct flights
Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from San Francisco to Philadelphia in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the chart.
| Airline | Mon 31.08 | Tue 01.09 | Wed 02.09 | Thu 03.09 | Fri 04.09 | Sat 05.09 | Sun 06.09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | --- | --- | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | |
| Weekly flights: 6 total | Daily flights: 0.86 average | Most flights: Friday 3 flights |
| Airline | Mon 07.09 | Tue 08.09 | Wed 09.09 | Thu 10.09 | Fri 11.09 | Sat 12.09 | Sun 13.09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | |
| Weekly flights: 14 total | Daily flights: 2 average | Most flights: Monday 3 flights |
| Airline | Mon 14.09 | Tue 15.09 | Wed 16.09 | Thu 17.09 | Fri 18.09 | Sat 19.09 | Sun 20.09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | |
| Weekly flights: 16 total | Daily flights: 2.29 average | Most flights: Monday 3 flights |
| Airline | Mon 21.09 | Tue 22.09 | Wed 23.09 | Thu 24.09 | Fri 25.09 | Sat 26.09 | Sun 27.09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| Weekly flights: 18 total | Daily flights: 2.57 average | Most flights: Monday 3 flights |
Check-in for a flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | FFT | F9 | No |
| United Airlines | UAL | UA | No |
| JetBlue Airways | JBU | B6 | No |
| Alaska Airlines | ASA | AS | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Philadelphia
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 3°C | -2°C |
| February | 5°C | -1°C |
| March | 10°C | 2°C |
| April | 16°C | 7°C |
| May | 22°C | 13°C |
| June | 27°C | 17°C |
| July | 30°C | 21°C |
| August | 29°C | 20°C |
| September | 25°C | 17°C |
| October | 19°C | 11°C |
| November | 12°C | 4°C |
| December | 7°C | 0°C |
14 day forecast
Philadelphia travel tips
Where can I buy the best food in Philadelphia?
Head to the Reading Terminal Market 51 N. 12th Street in Philadelphia to experience not only great food. Housewares, jewelry, linens, and more are also available! After shopping, have a snack with a popular hot roast pork sandwich at DiNic there.
Is it possible to drink tap water in Philadelphia?
Yes, it is! Buy a good water bottle once and then refill it from the tap. Philadelphia's water is delicious and totally fine to drink.
Can I explore Philadelphia by bike?
Exploring Philadelphia by bike is one of the best ideas. Rent a bike at one of numerous Indego bike-share program stations. Day passes cost $10. The 40-kilometre Schuylkill River Bike Path from the city centre to Valley Forge is so beautiful and convenient!
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