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R16 530+ Cheap flights to Philadelphia

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— PHL
May 21 — May 281
1 adult

Flights to Philadelphia in 2025

Find the latest flights to Philadelphia in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2025.

Return from

R16 530

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 759
15/7-1/12
  • 15/7-1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R48 033 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 365 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 May 2025.

Tue 15/719:25JNB - PHL
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1219:45PHL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R16 530
Wed 28/521:15JNB - PHL
2 stops26h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/622:10PHL - JNB
1 stop29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/5R17 491
Tue 15/719:25JNB - PHL
2 stops26h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 1/1221:10PHL - JNB
2 stops27h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/5R17 907
Wed 25/611:30JNB - PHL
2 stops27h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 9/720:30PHL - JNB
1 stop37h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R24 034
Tue 15/719:35JNB - PHL
3 stops52h 01mSWISS
Mon 1/1213:00PHL - JNB
3 stops38h 10mSWISS
Deal found 15/5R30 051
Mon 19/521:20JNB - PHL
2 stops42h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/517:35PHL - JNB
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/5R80 402

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

19:25-15:25

1 stop26h 00m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

19:45-7:30

1 stop28h 45m

R16 530

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

21:15-17:33

2 stops26h 18m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/6

22:10-9:25

1 stop29h 15m

R17 491

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

19:25-16:10

2 stops26h 45m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

21:10-7:30

2 stops27h 20m

R17 907

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/6

11:30-9:00

2 stops27h 30m

Philadelphia

Wed 9/7

20:30-16:10

1 stop37h 40m

R24 034

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

19:35-17:36

3 stops52h 01m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

13:00-10:10

3 stops38h 10m

R30 051

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Deals found on 15/5

Best time to book a flight to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Philadelphia

When is the best time to book a flight to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Philadelphia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia takes 21 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Philadelphia from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia are British Airways, Qatar Airways and United Airlines.

British Airways
British Airways
From R913
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R899
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R885
KLM
KLM
From R936

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Philadelphia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia are United Airlines, Qatar Airways and British Airways.

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 16 May 2025.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 595 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 595 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 595 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 571 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 595 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
American Airlines
7,2
Good
10 000 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 595 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
British Airways
6,6
Okay
6 893 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 595 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

FAQs about flying to Philadelphia

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 11,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Philadelphia if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Philadelphia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Philadelphia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Philadelphia.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Philadelphia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Philadelphia, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Philadelphia have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Philadelphia can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Philadelphia has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Philadelphia Airport Marriott is the closest property to Philadelphia (0,0 km away from Philadelphia).

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