Flying from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport (ORF): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport (ORF). Explore your options for leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport flight.
Norfolk (where Norfolk International Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-4 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
With 32 direct flights a week between the two airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:13am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from PHL to ORF is with American Airlines at 9pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Philadelphia to ORF, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) out of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
When departing from PHL, you can catch a direct flight from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport with American Airlines.
The top choice among passengers flying between PHL and ORF is American Airlines.
American Airlines ranks highest for on-time performance. A dependable 80.95% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
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78.93% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
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Trenton-Mercer Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82.45% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
If you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ORF:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
ORF is located at 2200 Norview Ave..
Getting from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to central Norfolk
Central Norfolk is around 19 kilometres from Norfolk International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
At the moment, P3,345 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P9,357. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to ORF.
The best month for scoring cheap Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
April is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport (ORF), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Norfolk based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Norfolk is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Philadelphia to ORF plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Norfolk
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Norfolk right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Norfolk International Airport:
USS Wisconsin and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Norfolk to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio.
Explore more of the United States
Baltimore is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Norfolk. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Washington DC, roughly 241 kilometres north of Norfolk. Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House are the start of reasons to visit.
