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$222+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Dayton (PHL - DAY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DAY
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Dayton are usually found in October or February, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Dayton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Dayton (DAY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$287
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$222
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$476

Good round-trip deal

$432 or less

Good one-way deal

$266 or less
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/184:00 pmPHL - DAY
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/267:11 pmDAY - PHL
1 stop28h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:44 pmPHL - DAY
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/318:00 amDAY - PHL
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/53:44 pmPHL - DAY
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/76:00 amDAY - PHL
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/85:30 amPHL - DAY
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Tue 10/143:17 pmDAY - PHL
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 8/13$361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/271:35 pmPHL - DAY
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/297:00 amDAY - PHL
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/99:10 pmPHL - DAY
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/136:15 amDAY - PHL
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:49 pmPHL - DAY
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/177:00 amDAY - PHL
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/199:36 amPHL - DAY
1 stop14h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/217:18 pmDAY - PHL
1 stop11h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/95:20 amPHL - DAY
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1310:23 amDAY - PHL
1 stop12h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$394

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Dayton that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Dayton that are best for you.

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PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Sat 10/18

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Dayton

Sun 10/26

7:11 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop28h 36m

$287

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Sat 8/30

7:44 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Dayton

Sun 8/31

8:00 am-9:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$341

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Fri 9/5

3:44 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Dayton

Fri 9/19

7:18 pm-7:07 am

1 stop11h 49m

$357

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Fri 9/5

3:44 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Dayton

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-2:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$357

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Fri 9/5

3:44 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Dayton

Mon 9/8

7:18 pm-7:07 am

1 stop11h 49m

$357

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Wed 10/8

3:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Dayton

Mon 10/13

5:18 pm-8:02 am

1 stop14h 44m

$357

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Wed 9/10

12:36 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Dayton

Wed 9/17

6:52 am-5:57 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$357

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Tue 10/7

8:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Dayton

Wed 10/15

6:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$361

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Sat 9/27

6:49 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Dayton

Mon 9/29

7:00 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$361

PhiladelphiaDayton

PHL - DAY

PHLDAY

Philadelphia

Tue 10/14

5:25 am-4:51 pm

3 stops59h 26m

$222

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Dayton

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Dayton

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Dayton?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Dayton. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Dayton may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Dayton?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from Philadelphia to Dayton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $396). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Dayton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Philadelphia to Dayton by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Dayton

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Dayton. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to DAY are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dayton. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Philadelphia to Dayton. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Dayton. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Dayton?

    If you wish to fly to Dayton from Philadelphia, then you need to book flights from Philadelphia to Dayton. There are 4 flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Dayton (DAY) per day to choose from. Flights to Dayton from Philadelphia are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Dayton typically takes.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to Dayton round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to Dayton round-trip from $340. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Dayton?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Philadelphia to Dayton on time: PSA Airlines (100%), Qatar Airways (84%), American Airlines (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Dayton?

    While on average a flight from Philadelphia to Dayton is generally $453, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $241. When looking at the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Dayton), you can expect to pay $338 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Dayton that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Dayton flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Dayton?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to Dayton.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Dayton?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Dayton by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Dayton?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from Philadelphia to Dayton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $396). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Dayton

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to Dayton. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$340Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$415Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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