Flying from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Long Beach.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LGB to PHL flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LGB and PHL:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight is P11,216. A return fare right now is P25,383. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LGB to PHL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about Long Beach Airport (LGB)
You'll find LGB at 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Long Beach Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.23% of flights that depart LGB reach their destination without delay.
To reach Long Beach Airport from central Long Beach, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LGB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you have a late Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport to central Philadelphia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Philadelphia in February.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Long Beach Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LGB to PHL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
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.