How much is a taxi from PHL to Center City Philadelphia?

Taxi fares: flat-rate fare to Center City, about $30–$35 plus tip. The ride takes 20–35 min depending on traffic.

Which airlines fly from PHL?

Airlines at PHL include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways, Lufthansa, Aer Lingus and Qatar Airways. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave PHL on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to Center City Philadelphia, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at PHL?

American Admirals Clubs; Amex Centurion Lounge (Terminal A).

Is there a hotel at PHL?

Minute Suites: nap rooms and showers by the hour.

How long do I need to connect at PHL?

We recommend at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our PHL connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at PHL?

Economy Parking with shuttles, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at PHL?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection. International flights arrive at Terminal A.

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Q: Do I have to go through security again if I change terminals at PHL?

No. All terminals are connected inside security, so you can walk between any gates; A-West to F is a long walk.

Philadelphia International Airport has Terminals A, B, C, D, E and F. The quickest way from PHL to Center City Philadelphia is the SEPTA Airport Line train (about 25 minutes, about $7–$8).

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Transit to Center City Philadelphia

25 min

SEPTA Airport Line train, about $7–$8

Taxi

20–35 min

flat-rate fare to Center City, about $30–$35 plus tip

Connecting here

50 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from PHL to Center City Philadelphia is the SEPTA Airport Line train (about 25 minutes, about $7–$8). Connecting here, allow at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.

Terminals: Terminals A, B, C, D, E and F
Taxi: 20–35 min, flat-rate fare to Center City, about $30–$35 plus tip
Connecting: At least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: American Admirals Clubs; Amex Centurion Lounge (Terminal A)
Hotel: Minute Suites: nap rooms and showers by the hour

Getting from PHL to Center City Philadelphia

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

SEPTA Airport Line trainto Center Cityabout 25 minabout $7–$8
Taxi or rideshare20–35 minflat-rate fare to Center City, about $30–$35 plus tip

Inside PHL

Terminals and connections

All terminals are connected inside security, so you can walk between any gates; A-West to F is a long walk.

How long a layover you need at PHL

Lounges

•American Admirals Clubs
•Amex Centurion Lounge (Terminal A)

Sleep, showers and hotels

•Minute Suites: nap rooms and showers by the hour

Parking at PHL

•Economy Parking with shuttles, the cheapest
•Terminal garages

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check PHL's official site.

PHL tips

•American's regional flights use Terminal F, the farthest from Terminal A.

Can you leave PHL on a layover?

With at least 3 h between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To Center City Philadelphia and back, the fastest way40 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at PHL

Major airlines that fly from PHL (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees
Qatar Airways Carry-on 50 × 37 × 25 cm Bag fees

PHL airport FAQ

The quickest option is the SEPTA Airport Line train to Center City: about 25 minutes for about $7–$8. A taxi takes 20–35 min (flat-rate fare to Center City, about $30–$35 plus tip).

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