Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Peak months like August or holiday times such as summer and spring break will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
If you want to break up your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the IST - PHL route are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter United States, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the latest information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to PHL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is ₹ 38,889. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 44,401. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap flight tickets from IST to PHL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from IST to PHL every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 44 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Philadelphia in February.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you want to visit Philadelphia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from IST to PHL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philadelphia right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from IST to PHL:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Complete your Philadelphia trip with hotels and a car rental
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