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

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

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Philadelphia to Bay City.

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

Connecting flights from Philadelphia to Bay City most commonly pass through: • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 61% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 39% 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 Philadelphia to Bay City?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Philadelphia to Bay City route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $376 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $868, a difference of $492. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Philadelphia to Bay City?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 53m and 6h 10m in total, depending on the connection.

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

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 Philadelphia to Bay City 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 $380 to $1,009. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 6h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?

Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Dollar • Alamo • Hertz • Avis

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Bay City range from $304 to $586, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $304 counts as a good deal.

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

Delta ($380) and United Airlines ($394) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Bay City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the most popular layover for the Philadelphia to Bay City route. 61% 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 Philadelphia to Bay City?

Flights via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $445. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Philadelphia to Bay City layovers at 212 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

5:29 pm - 10:27 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

4h 58m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:43 am - 4:44 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

5h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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1:16 pm - 8:34 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

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

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Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

9:34 am - 4:24 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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1:16 pm - 8:34 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$414United Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Oct 23

6:10 am - 11:01 amPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

4h 51m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:07 pm - 11:08 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

5h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$472Delta

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9

6:00 am - 8:34 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

14h 34m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$527United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27

9:35 am - 4:24 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

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

6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:34 pm - 2:17 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

24h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$547United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

7:10 pm - 11:49 pmPHL Philadelphia-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

4h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:37 pm - 10:09 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-PHL Philadelphia

15h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$563United Airlines

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9

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

17h 50m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lambert-St Louis Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Bay City start at $380. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $304 to $586. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $380 on Delta.

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When to book flights from Philadelphia to Bay City

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Which airports can I use when flying from Philadelphia to Bay City?
Flights from Philadelphia to Bay City usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Philadelphia to Bay City?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Philadelphia to Bay City.
Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Bay City pass through?
Connecting flights from Philadelphia to Bay City most commonly pass through:

• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 39% 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 Philadelphia to Bay City?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Philadelphia to Bay City route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $376 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $868, a difference of $492. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Philadelphia to Bay City?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 53m and 6h 10m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia to Bay City?
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 Philadelphia to Bay City 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 $380 to $1,009. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Philadelphia to Bay City?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 6h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?
Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Avis
How much should I expect to pay for a Philadelphia to Bay City flight?
Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Bay City range from $304 to $586, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $304 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $376 - about $492 less than Monday (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Bay City trip for April. Fares historically average $269 round-trip in that month - typically $484 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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