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$78+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — PHL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$147
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$78
(Frontier)

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Average price

$199
From New York (NYC) to Philadelphia
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Cheapest flights from New York to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:00 pmLGA - PHL
1 stop4h 28mFrontier
Mon 8/1811:49 amPHL - LGA
1 stop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$147
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2010:00 amEWR - PHL
1 stop11h 15mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/236:45 amPHL - EWR
1 stop14h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:45 amLGA - PHL
1 stop9h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/2010:47 amPHL - LGA
1 stop11h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$176
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/206:15 amJFK - PHL
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Tue 9/232:45 pmPHL - JFK
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$177
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/810:59 amJFK - PHL
1 stop5h 56mJetBlue
Mon 8/1110:15 amPHL - JFK
1 stop5h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 6/30$189
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/305:59 amEWR - PHL
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Wed 8/612:25 pmPHL - EWR
1 stop12h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$232
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:30 amEWR - PHL
1 stop9h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/56:54 pmPHL - EWR
1 stop15h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:37 pmSWF - PHL
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/225:05 amPHL - SWF
1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/309:30 pmJFK - PHL
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/63:44 pmPHL - JFK
1 stop16h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$297

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Philadelphia 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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New York

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Philadelphia

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Price

New YorkPhiladelphia

LGA - PHL

LGAPHL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/16

5:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Philadelphia

Mon 8/18

11:49 am-4:00 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$147

NewarkPhiladelphia

EWR - PHL

EWRPHL

Newark

Sat 9/20

10:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/23

6:45 am-9:02 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$159

New YorkPhiladelphia

LGA - PHL

LGAPHL

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/15

5:45 am-2:56 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/20

10:47 am-10:22 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$176

New YorkPhiladelphia

JFK - PHL

JFKPHL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/20

6:15 am-5:37 pm

1 stop11h 22m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/23

2:45 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 58m

$177

New YorkPhiladelphia

JFK - PHL

JFKPHL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/8

10:59 am-4:55 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Philadelphia

Mon 8/11

10:15 am-3:15 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$189

NewarkPhiladelphia

EWR - PHL

EWRPHL

Newark

Wed 7/30

5:59 am-5:55 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/6

12:25 pm-12:38 am

1 stop12h 13m

$232

NewarkPhiladelphia

EWR - PHL

EWRPHL

Newark

Mon 8/4

6:30 am-4:16 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Philadelphia

Tue 8/5

6:54 pm-10:08 am

1 stop15h 14m

$247

New WindsorPhiladelphia

SWF - PHL

SWFPHL

New Windsor Stewart

Fri 8/15

7:37 pm-9:56 am

1 stop14h 19m

Philadelphia

Fri 8/22

5:05 am-4:46 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$249

New YorkPhiladelphia

JFK - PHL

JFKPHL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

9:30 pm-7:21 am

1 stop9h 51m

Philadelphia

Sat 9/6

3:44 pm-7:49 am

1 stop16h 05m

$297

New YorkPhiladelphia

LGA - PHL

LGAPHL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/16

5:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$78

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Philadelphia

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from New York to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 NYC to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

When flying from New York to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue from New York to Philadelphia. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
339 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from New York?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Philadelphia. 3 airlines have flights to Philadelphia from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Philadelphia should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York per day.

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

    Frontier, at $147, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and JetBlue. Frontier is priced at 53% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Philadelphia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $90 and $105 on Spirit Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Philadelphia?

    The most popular route from New York to Philadelphia is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Philadelphia. You may also consider New York LaGuardia - Philadelphia or Newark - Philadelphia.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Philadelphia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from New York to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 3 airlines flying from New York to Philadelphia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New York to Philadelphia. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$167Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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