Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB): what you need to know
Philadelphia and Orlando follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your PHL to SFB flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Orlando Sanford Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between PHL and SFB include:
Nashville Airport
Knoxville Airport
Roanoke Airport
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
77% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Philadelphia International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Orlando Sanford Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near PHL:
Arriving at Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
Book a hotel close to SFB if you're on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Orlando Sanford Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget to explore Orlando and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Orlando Sanford Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) to central Orlando
Orlando Sanford Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Orlando. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
June is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Orlando Sanford Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Orlando in March.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Orlando Sanford Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHL to SFB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another standout destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without experiencing Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.