Question 1

How often are flights from Houston to Philadelphia delayed?

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About 16% of weekly flights between Houston and Philadelphia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.

Question 2

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Philadelphia flights?

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Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Question 4

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Philadelphia flights?

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Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Question 5

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

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According to our current data, Frontier ($95), United Airlines ($231), and JetBlue ($238) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Philadelphia. You may be able to fly from Houston to Philadelphia for 74% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

Question 6

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Philadelphia one-way?

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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $64. American Airlines flights start at $128 while deals on Delta start at $148 one-way.

Question 7

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

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The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 8

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

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Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Philadelphia (average of $344). Flying from Houston to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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.

Question 9

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 10

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Question 11

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Question 12

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Houston to Philadelphia.

Question 13

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

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It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Philadelphia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 47% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Question 14

What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Houston?

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Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Philadelphia. You should not have trouble finding flights to Philadelphia from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Philadelphia airport from Houston. It is only a 7.0 mi journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Philadelphia’s city center.

Question 15

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

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

Question 16

How can I find direct flights from Houston to Philadelphia?

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

Question 17

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

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

Popular in	April
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$348

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$95	Average$247	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
United Airlines	Cheapest$231	Average$411	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
JetBlue	Cheapest$238	Average$311	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$238	Average$391	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Delta	Cheapest$238	Average$338	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$251	Average$372	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 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 Houston to Philadelphia?

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

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Philadelphia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 47% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Houston to Philadelphia delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Houston and Philadelphia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Philadelphia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Philadelphia flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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