Manchester to Philadelphia Flights on Aer Lingus from £281.62*

Rich in history and heart, Philadelphia blends iconic landmarks like the Liberty Bell with a warm, small-town feel. A World Heritage City, it’s a welcoming stop full of culture, charm, and stories to discover. Aer Lingus operate connecting service from Manchester to Philadelphia via Dublin. Enjoy great value, warm service, and a seamless start to your US adventure.

What is the best month to go to Philadelphia?

"Philly" experiences the full 4 seasons. Winter are often below freezing, and snowfall is not uncommon, while summers can be very hot with temperatures above 30 degrees. All this means that the best time to visit is usually around Spring, when there are less crowds and the weather is an acceptable 20 degrees. Philadelphia has some wonderful parks so heading in Spring will also mean seeing Cherry Blossoms (and other flowering trees) come back to life which can make for particularly nice walks around the city.

How far is Manchester from Philadelphia?

Flight time is usually around 8 hours via Dublin, it’s approximately 3,415 miles (5,496 km) to Philadelphia from Manchester. But with our excellent on flight entertainment you can sit back and relax, plus with pre-clearance in Dublin you can land in Miami like a local, with no need to go through customs when you arrive.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Transportation

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) offers several options to get out of the airport and down to the beach.

Train: SEPTA provides service between the City Centre of Philadelphia and the airport. Trains run every 30 minutes.

Bus: There are 3 routes operating from PHL Airport to the city centre: 37,108 and 115.

Taxi: Taxis are located at Zone 5 on the Commercial Transportation Roadway. There is a flat rate charge of $28.50 to go from Philadelphia airport to the City Centre.

How many days do you need in Philadelphia?

Most people visit Philadelphia for 2-4 days. As the first world heritage city in the US the major tourist attractions are history based. The cracked liberty bell is the most popular tourist attraction, with people from all over the US wanting to take a picture with a piece of their history. The "Rocky Steps" are probably the next must do item on the list. Again, a great photo opportunity to act like the world’s favourite fictional boxer. Independence Hall is another excellent accolade to colonial USA, but an absolute must is the taste of an authentic Philly Cheesesteak. Enjoy!