Travelling from Toronto to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Philadelphia begins with finding the best airport to start your holiday. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where you'll be landing in Philadelphia.
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Toronto to Philadelphia flight.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto.
The busiest route for flights from Toronto to Philadelphia is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). You can select from 48 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from YYZ to PHL is the 07:30 American Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 21:10 with Air Canada.
To ensure you make your Toronto to Philadelphia flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Philadelphia
To snag cheap Toronto to Philadelphia flights, book your journey two months before your departure.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Toronto to Philadelphia is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can get a direct flight from Toronto to Philadelphia departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Begin your trip at YYZ and end it at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Check out the promotions with American Airlines. This carrier offers direct Toronto to Philadelphia plane tickets from YYZ.
YYZ is about 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% land on schedule at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from central Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Philadelphia:
62.09% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 80 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make taking an early Toronto to Philadelphia flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PHL:
Travel at your own pace with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Philadelphia and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to Philadelphia flight.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
The centre of Philadelphia is located around 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). As soon as your flight from Toronto to Philadelphia has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Philadelphia, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Toronto to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Philadelphia, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are a couple of top attractions to add to your Philadelphia travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
