Which airports can I use when flying from Bay City to Philadelphia?

Flights from Bay City to Philadelphia usually depart from Bay City MBS Intl (MBS) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bay City to Philadelphia?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Bay City to Philadelphia: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Bay City to Philadelphia pass through?

Connecting flights from Bay City to Philadelphia most commonly pass through: • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 57% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bay City to Philadelphia?

On the Bay City to Philadelphia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 65%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $273 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $780: a $507 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Philadelphia?

Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Bay City to Philadelphia?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bay City to Philadelphia. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 48m and 5h 45m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Bay City to Philadelphia?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Bay City to Philadelphia changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $314 to $1,164. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bay City to Philadelphia?

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 5h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include: • Payless • Dollar • Hertz • Thrifty • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Bay City to Philadelphia flight?

Round-trip flights from Bay City to Philadelphia range from $312 to $453, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Bay City to Philadelphia?

United Airlines ($314) and Delta ($362) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Bay City to Philadelphia according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Bay City to Philadelphia?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the most popular layover for the Bay City to Philadelphia route. 57% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DTW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Bay City to Philadelphia?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $396. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Bay City to Philadelphia which airport offers the shortest layover?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Bay City to Philadelphia layovers at 207 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 8

5:10 am - 10:07 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 pm - 11:40 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

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5:10 am - 10:07 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

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4h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:15 pm - 10:16 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

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8:30 am - 2:43 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

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6:15 am - 12:47 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

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6:00 am - 11:50 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

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3:46 pm - 7:18 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

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3:46 pm - 7:18 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

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5:00 am - 10:05 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:59 pm - 11:50 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$394United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

5:00 am - 12:14 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Price, demand and travel trends for Bay City to Philadelphia flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Bay City to Philadelphia?

Round-trip flights from Bay City to Philadelphia start at $314. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $312 to $453. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $314 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bay City to Philadelphia?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bay City to Philadelphia, it is 28% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 107% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Bay City to Philadelphia?
Flights from Bay City to Philadelphia usually depart from Bay City MBS Intl (MBS) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bay City to Philadelphia?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Bay City to Philadelphia:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Bay City to Philadelphia pass through?
Connecting flights from Bay City to Philadelphia most commonly pass through:

• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bay City to Philadelphia?
On the Bay City to Philadelphia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 65%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $273 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $780: a $507 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Philadelphia?
Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Bay City to Philadelphia?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bay City to Philadelphia. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 48m and 5h 45m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Bay City to Philadelphia?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Bay City to Philadelphia changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $314 to $1,164. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bay City to Philadelphia?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 5h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?
Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Payless
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget
How much should I expect to pay for a Bay City to Philadelphia flight?
Round-trip flights from Bay City to Philadelphia range from $312 to $453, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $273 - about $507 less than Sunday (65% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bay City to Philadelphia trip for December. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $214 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Philadelphia Airport.
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
- Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

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