Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your YVR to PHL flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
$228 is currently the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $418. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YVR to PHL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YVR to PHL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
To reach Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vancouver International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and find adventure across Philadelphia and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to PHL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
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 the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another standout destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.