Flying from Orlando to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Philadelphia taking off from either of these.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) are the major entry points to Philadelphia.
Book a direct Orlando to Philadelphia flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Orlando and Philadelphia are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 75 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Orlando to Philadelphia is with Frontier Airlines at 22:59. Choose the first MCO to PHL departure with Frontier Airlines at 05:01 to fit in more activities on your first day in Philadelphia.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Orlando to Philadelphia flight.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Philadelphia
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Philadelphia is 35 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 82 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book three months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Orlando to Philadelphia flights.
June is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Orlando to Philadelphia. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Take off from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and fly straight through to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). If you're looking for a direct flight from Orlando to Philadelphia out of MCO, those are your landing options.
Choose from a range of carriers offering direct Orlando to Philadelphia plane tickets with departures from MCO, including:
To get to MCO from central Orlando, it takes about 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Orlando to Philadelphia? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Orlando International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 78.28% touch down on time at their destination.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Orlando to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. After your flight from Orlando to Philadelphia, it takes approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Orlando to Philadelphia. August is the busiest month to travel to Philadelphia. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in an Orlando to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Orlando to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Philadelphia, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.