Flying from Philadelphia to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS): What you need to know
Tbilisi is nine hours ahead of Philadelphia. Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport is located in Tbilisi, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to TBS.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
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Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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77% of flights that leave from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can get to TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to TBS flight:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
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Getting from Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
Central Tbilisi is around 18 kilometres from Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
$929 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport. Return flights start from $1,515. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to TBS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
December is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS), while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Tbilisi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tbilisi is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Philadelphia to TBS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 8ºC.
More about Tbilisi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tbilisi right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport:
Peace Bridge and Georgian National Museum are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Tbilisi travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Vorontsov's Palace.
Explore more of Georgia
Kutaisi is just one of the many places in Georgia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tbilisi. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bagrati Cathedral, St. Peter and Paul Apostles Church and Park of Glory.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Georgia, head for Batumi, roughly 274 kilometres west of Tbilisi. Batumi Boulevard Fountains, Miracle Park and Dancing Fountains, Batumi are key reasons to visit.