Flying from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-5. The city is two hours ahead of El Paso, where El Paso International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ELP to Philadelphia flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling from central El Paso to ELP takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ELP:
El Paso International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from ELP land on schedule 83% of the time.
You'll find ELP at 6701 Convair Dr..
How to find the cheapest flights from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Philadelphia
The best price we've seen for a one-way El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia flight is $147. The cheapest price for a return flight is $336. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ELP to Philadelphia if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia ticket.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ELP to Philadelphia can help you lock in the lowest rate.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Following your ELP to Philadelphia flight, settle in at a hotel close to TTN. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
July is the busiest month for flights from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Philadelphia in December.
Before locking in your El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ELP to Philadelphia in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from El Paso International Airport to Philadelphia, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.