Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Albany.
Flights from ALB to PHL start from 05:55 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 16:34 with American Airlines. Overall, there are 31 weekly Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights.
Your ALB to PHL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Philadelphia (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 67.74% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ALB to PHL flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ALB and PHL include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
At the moment, $374 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $740. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from ALB to PHL by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ALB to PHL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Albany International Airport, 73.92% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Albany International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Albany. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to ALB? If you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're getting in on a late Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and venture far and wide through Philadelphia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Albany International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ALB to PHL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a trip to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Boston is another standout destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.