Cheap flights from Manchester to Philadelphia

Philadelphia's winter days are short and cold, while summer brings heat, humidity and longer evenings; spring and autumn are milder. February is cheapest in the dated fares, so if your dates are flexible, winter can cost less, but pack for cold weather and possible disruption. Christmas, school holidays and July are in the price calendar too, so compare those months rather than assuming one season is always cheaper. Weekday departures and less popular times can reduce fare pressure, and a connection can add delay risk in bad weather. Book with enough buffer if you have fixed plans.

None of the listed carriers flies nonstop, so every Manchester to Philadelphia itinerary connects, often through a connecting airport. A short transfer can be tight, a long one can add meals or an overnight stay, and separate tickets leave you to solve a missed connection yourself. The airlines are Emerald Airlines, Iberia Express, British Airways, Finnair, TAP Portugal, Portug, Icelandair, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss Air and Lufthansa City Airlines. Compare what each fare includes, such as checked baggage, seat selection and changes, because the cheapest headline fare may not be the cheapest total. Add extras before booking if you need them.

Arrange your onward transfer before you land, because Philadelphia International is outside the city centre and late arrivals make choices smaller. The usual options are rail, taxi, ride-hail or a pre-booked car, and the right one depends on luggage, group size and arrival time. Philadelphia is a large US city, so allow time for immigration, baggage and the journey in, especially on an evening arrival. If your flight connects, keep documents handy and know whether your bags are checked through. For a first visit, book accommodation with flexible arrival or airport pickup if you land late, and check which terminal you need for your return.

Currency

USD ($)

Power sockets

Type A, B · 120 V

Language

Samoan, Hawaiian, Chamorro, Carolinian, Spanish

Emergency number

911

Driving side

right

Calling code

+1

Internet domain

.us

Population of Philadelphia

1.6 M (2020)

Time zone

UTC-05 (America/New_York)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check passport validity and any US entry requirement before booking.
• Confirm whether you need an onward or return ticket for immigration.
• Check which airport you depart from and which terminal your airline uses.
• Compare baggage, seat and change rules for each fare.
• Check connection time and whether tickets are on one booking.
• Check arrival transfer options for your landing time.