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Prices starting at $68 for return flights and $34 for one-way flights to Boston were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2021
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Reviewed on Oct 14, 2020
| Origin Airport IATA Code | ILG |
|---|---|
| Destination Airport IATA Code | BOS |
| Distance | 278 mi |
| Direct Flight Airlines | American Airlines, Qatar Airways, JAL, Icelandair, Aer Lingus, JetBlue Airways, Turkish Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, TAP Air Portugal |
| Earliest Flight Arrival | 12:19PM UTC |
| Latest Flight Arrival | 2:28AM UTC |
When planning a trip from Philadelphia to Boston, be sure to check Orbitz.com to find the latest deals on air tickets, lodging and Beantown entertainment. Enjoy visiting historic and cultural sites, eating fresh seafood and attending top-rate attractions found in Massachusetts' capital city.
Philadelphia International Airport is serviced by 12 airlines, including American Airlines, Frontier, United and US Airways. It's easily accessible by bus or car. Located just 7 miles from downtown, cab rides are fairly expensive at a flat-rate of $28.50. All cabs accept credit cards and fit up to three passengers. SEPTA rail line rides cost $7 to the city's center.
Parking at the airport is fairly affordable at $20 per day in the garage lots and $11 per day in the economy lot. Overnight parking is not allowed in the short-term parking lots located on the ground floors of the garages; however, the daily charge is capped at $40.
There are currently 77 coffee shops, snack counters and restaurants available throughout the airport so you can grab a meal before your flight. Popular options include Dunkin' Donuts, Vino Volo and fast-food joints like Wendy's.
Boston is famous for seafood, baseball and high-quality museums, as well as historical sites tied in with the founding of the United States. Moderate temperatures during the summer and cold, snowy conditions during the winter help shape the popular tourist seasons.
Inside Boston's Logan Airport, you will find nine car-rental companies, including Avis, Budget and National. You can also take the subway downtown for the affordable price of $2.50, or find a taxi to the downtown area for up to $45.
Springtime in Boston is beautiful, albeit chilly. The weather hovers between the mid-30s and low 60s, providing perfect weather for St. Patrick's Day celebrations, Boston Restaurant Week in March and April's Boston Marathon. Fall brings temperatures in the 60s and 70s, along with the Boston Film Festival. Summer is the most popular time to visit, sporting 80°F temperatures and several music, food and art festivals. Winter in Boston comes with snow, freezing temperatures and the community's popular reenactment of the Boston Tea Party.
Other popular things to do in Beantown include taking in a ball game at Fenway Park, walking along the Freedom Trail-with stops at the Boston Massacre site and the house of Paul Revere-and stopping at one of the area's top museums. The Museum of Fine Art, Museum of Science, New England Aquarium and Boston Children's Museum commonly rank in the top spots for tourists. Tours of the Gardner House and the Samuel Adams Brewery also add a bit of spice to any trip.
Returning home through Logan Airport is fairly quick and easy, though you may not want to leave the fresh seafood and sites behind. Packing everything you want to see into a Boston excursion can be difficult. Many people begin planning for their return visit as soon as they leave, and they find big savings on their travels from Philadelphia to Boston through Orbitz.com.
If you're wondering about quarantine requirements and travel restrictions when getting a flight from Philadelphia to Boston, check out our Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
The good news is, there are. American Airlines and JetBlue are two carriers that will fly you directly from PHL to Logan Intl. Airport (BOS).
The journey from Philadelphia to Boston can be as fast as 1 hour and 18 minutes. With a short and sweet flight time like this, why not book a spontaneous getaway?
American Airlines (AA) offers 195 flights every month between Philadelphia Airport to Logan Intl. Airport. Your next grand adventure is just a few clicks away. Also investigate the great deals from JetBlue (B6). Offering 73 monthly flights between Philadelphia and Boston, they'll ensure your journey is just as good as the destination.
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it's good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Boston have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you'll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
In most cases you'll have the option to reschedule your flight to Boston without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the "no change fees" filter and book with confidence.
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2020 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data the cheapest month to fly is August. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all before the weather changes. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is the height of summer, with ticket prices peaking in the month of June.
To really save big on your next vacation, think outside the box. Select two different airlines or fare types for your return trip and you'll generally get a much better deal. Those who tried this on Orbitz in 2020 saved up to 45% on their airfares. Get mixing and matching today!
*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2020. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.
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