Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Philadelphia four hours behind Edinburgh.
To ensure you catch your EDI to PHL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and PHL:
Logan International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Right now, $1,005 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,380. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to PHL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from EDI to PHL.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The address for PHL is 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.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Philadelphia in February.
Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to PHL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
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.