Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 13 hours ahead of Philadelphia.
To ensure you get on your PHL to NRT flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PHL and NRT include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Logan International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
$821 is currently the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,297. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from PHL to NRT, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PHL to NRT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to PHL:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
Consider staying in a hotel near NRT if you're catching a late Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and chase adventure across Tokyo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Narita International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Tokyo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Narita International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PHL to NRT sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.