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Cheapest round-trip
$164
Typical prices: $337-$180
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PHL - BOS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$89
Typical prices: $114-$189
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Mon 6/8
PHL - BOS • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Boston (PHL-BOS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Boston that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
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9:21 am - 10:44 am
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1h 23mnonstop
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6:54 am - 8:31 am
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1h 37mnonstop
$164JetBlue
Wed, May 27 - Thu, May 28
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7:47 pm - 9:14 pm
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1h 27mnonstop
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5:10 pm - 6:52 pm
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1h 42mnonstop
$165JetBlue
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
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$167JetBlue
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
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$169Delta
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$170JetBlue
Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1
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Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jul 16
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Boston flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia to Boston to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Boston departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Boston?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Boston clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Boston on a Thursday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Philadelphia, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Boston?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia to Boston is January, where tickets cost $187 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $282 and $278 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Boston?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Philadelphia to Boston, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 39% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Philadelphia to Boston

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines, JetBlue and PHL

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

KAYAK's tips to save more on a Philadelphia to Boston flight

The most affordable time to fly from Philadelphia to Boston is generally on a Saturday in April.

Cheapest Route: The most affordable route is directly from Philadelphia to Boston.

Booking Advance: To save money, book your flight at least 21 days in advance.

Cheapest Airline: Frontier Airlines is generally the cheapest airline for this route.

Direct or Layover: It is cheaper to fly direct from Philadelphia to Boston than with a layover.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$89
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Philadelphia to Boston

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FAQs for booking flights from Philadelphia to Boston

  • Which PHL Airport terminal will you use on this route?

    If you choose to fly with American Airlines, head over to Terminal A-West, A-East, B, or C. JetBlue, Spirit, and Southwest Airlines are in Terminal E, while United and Delta Air Lines is in Terminal D.

  • Which airline is most suitable for this route?

    American Airlines would be a good choice if you have limited time as its features non-stop flights to Boston. Additionally, they have a special assistant coordinators program for travelers with disabilities. The team is dedicated to calling passengers who make assistance requests. They provide additional information or answer any questions the passengers may have.

  • How accessible is PHL Airport?

    All areas of Philadelphia Airport are accessible, from the parking lot to the terminals and washrooms. The airport also features an AIRA program for low-vision or blind travelers and the Hidden Disability Sunflower Lanyard for any support.

  • How do you get from BOS Airport to downtown Boston?

    Once you land at Boston Airport, you'll go outside the terminals where you find Bus SL1 from Silver Line. It'll charge you approximately $2 and will take around 20min to Boston city center. Alternatively, you can take a taxi, also outside the terminals, if you're in a hurry, and the trip will take about 10 minutes.

  • Where is the car rental facility at BOS Airport?

    The Boston Logan car rental facility is situated outside the airport. However, complimentary shuttles outside the terminals will take you directly to the facility on 15 Transport Way. Some of the rental agencies you can rent a car from including National, Payless, Budget, Avis, and Thrifty. You can make the process seamless by comparing cars and reserving your car of choice through KAYAK before you travel.

  • Where can I let my pet relieve itself at Philadelphia International Airport?

    Indoor relief areas are near Gate A-16 in Terminal A-West, before the A/B connector in Terminal A-East, the B side of the A-B walkway in Terminal B, the C side of the C-D walkway in Terminal C, Gate E-1 in Terminal E, just beyond the security checkpoint in Terminal F, and the United Club and Gates D3, and D4 in Terminal D. Outdoor relief areas, on the Departing Flights Road, are between Terminal A-West and A-East, between Terminal B/C ticketing and the Airport Communications Center, and after Terminal E and Terminal F.

  • Where can I breastfeed my baby at Boston Logan International Airport?

    BOS features several private nursing rooms and Mamava suites where you can breastfeed your baby. The nursing suites are available pre- and post-security in Terminal A, near Gate B37 in Terminal B, and near Gate C20 in Terminal C. The Mamava suites are near Gate E9 in Terminal E, Gates B7 and B18 in Terminal B, and between Terminal C Gate C8 and Terminal E Gate E1.

  • Does Boston Logan International Airport have an onsite hotel?

    BOS is home to one onsite hotel: the Hilton Boston Logan Airport. Connected directly to the airport’s Terminals A and B via a covered walkway, this hotel provides a courtesy shuttle to all terminals, the subway station, the water taxi boarding point, and the car rental facility. From this hotel, downtown Boston is four miles away.

  • Where can I pray at Boston Logan International Airport?

    At BOS, you can privately pray at the Our Lady of the Airways chapel. You can pray at this chapel, in the walkway between Terminals B and C on the lower level, regardless of your religion. This is because it’s an interfaith center.

  • Can I shower at Boston Logan International Airport before leaving?

    You can shower before leaving BOS at The Lounge, a relaxation spot near Gate C19 in Terminal C. At this paid-entry lounge, you can also have a drink or two, a couple of snacks, and read some newspapers.

  • What are some of the special attractions at Philadelphia International Airport?

    PHL has a virtual library. In this space, a short distance from the D/E Connector, you can listen to classic and non-classic titles and podcasts. PHL also has Observation Areas on the Airsides of all its seven terminals. From any of these, you can spot flights taking off and landing at the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Boston?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Boston was $89 for a one-way ticket and $164 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Philadelphia and Boston?

    A passport is not required to fly from Philadelphia to Boston.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Philadelphia to Boston?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to Boston flight route: Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines, Finnair, Iberia, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Hawaiian Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Boston?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to Boston flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Boston?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Philadelphia and Boston, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Philadelphia to Boston?

    There are nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Boston on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to Boston, Delta or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Boston are Delta and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $216 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $278 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia to Boston?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Philadelphia to Boston.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Philadelphia to Boston?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from Philadelphia is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Philadelphia to Boston?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Boston with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia and BOS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Philadelphia to Boston?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Boston from Philadelphia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Boston

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $148 or less one-way and $249 or less round-trip.
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PLH) is situated approximately 10 miles from downtown Philadelphia. To get there by public means, you can board the Airport Regional Rail Line. It runs about every half an hour and will take you to the airport terminals.
  • If you prefer to drive yourself to PHL Airport, you'll find on-site parking options. The Economy Lot charges about $11 per day or $4 for half an hour. The terminal parking garages charge about $24 per day for long-term parking.
  • When booking your flight to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), you'll find multiple non-stop flights with American Airlines. If it's okay to make one or two stops, book your flight with JetBlue Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines.
  • Philadelphia Airport is a hub for American Airlines, and Boston Airport is a hub for Delta Air Lines as well as a focus city for JetBlue Airlines.
  • Some of the amenities at PHL Airport include Mamava nursing stations, pet relief areas in all terminals, and companion care restrooms. There's a Quiet Room in the D-E Connector and Minute Suites in Terminals A-B Link where you can relax or catch some sleep.
  • For attractions, PHL Airport features several art exhibitions on display throughout the airport, a Liberty Bell made out of LEGO in Terminal A-West. There's a kid's play area in Terminal E, and you can read or exchange books in Terminal A-West.
  • At Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), you can wait for your flight at American Airlines Admirals Club, United Club, or Delta Sky Club, provided you’re traveling with their parent airline. United Club is between Concourse C and D, while Delta Sky Club is to the right of The Earl of Sandwich in Terminal D. American Airlines Admirals Club has multiple locations, including in Concourses A East, A West, B, and F.
  • In case you need assistance at PHL, visit the information desks in the East Wing, Airside, and Landside of Terminal A, Airside of Terminal B, and Landside of Terminal E. At these desks, you’ll find airport staff who are easy to talk to and ready to help. Alternatively, look for airport ambassadors.
  • Suppose you want to fly sustainably from PHL to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). If so, consider traveling with United Airlines or JetBlue, predominantly because these airlines have better waste-reduction, green design, and carbon offset programs than other air travel companies.

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Monday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Boston Logan Intl to Philadelphia

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Boston

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 8458 reviews
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Seats in Delta Main are unbelievably close to the seat in front of. Hard to get a backpack under the seat.

8.0 ExcellentMatthew, May 2026
OKC - ATL
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Seats in Delta Main are unbelievably close to the seat in front of. Hard to get a backpack under the seat.

The agent at check in and at the gate were less than thrilled to be at work. I'm not a fan of Kayak's placement on the plane. I got put in the middle seat and none of my preferences were used.

In ATL they have two sets of departure screens. Follow what is on your airline's departure board - the ATL Airport Authority departure board had completely incorrect details about the gate assignment for my flight, which would have made me miss boarding.

Flight was delayed it was hot while sitting on the plane, one engine was working on the plane until they had to do some jimmy rigging down the runway in order for the other engine to charge up. It was ridiculous

The flight was very good and the staff was very friendly and helpful!

The only thing I would say is we tried to get on a standby earlier flight, but with our fair we couldn’t. That seems senseless to leave with open seats..

Very easy to use and convenient, you can perform any action within the same portal

In a world of delays, Delta was on time both ways! Boarding was fast and efficient. Staff was friendly. AND wifi worked.

WiFi didn’t work. Flight delayed 3 hours Crew members were illiterate Seat lean back did not work.

Flight was delayed, we could have been notified earlier and in a consistent manner. App was not refreshing for another passenger to get the latest flight status. We could have stayed and waited at the hotel instead of waiting at the airport had we known the flight was going to delayed for more than 5 hours. The toilet is too tight, and needs to be cleaned more frequently (every hour). The entertainment screen froze, the touch screen not responding to touch. We were upgraded to comfort, it is more comfortable than regular economy seats.

Flight left early and arrived 30 MINUTES early at the destination. Smooth trip.

Flight was 3 hours delayed. They gave our plan to two other routes. Need to knock that off.

The flight was on time and the landing was very smooth. The crew and flight attendants were all very friendly and professional.

Same plane as RDU to LGA — internet not working. Pilot issue of some sort at end of prior flight - I was on same plane for my connection. Late/delayed —

Plane was super cold. No entertainment unless you were with mileage program Getting off the plane was super slow

I was in last row so that is never great bc the person in front of me leaned his seat all the way back into me.

I appreciate that I finally got the seat I paid extra for this time. Thank you

Half of the TSA checkpoints at PHL are closed. Also, there is no standby for first class passengers. You can only standby for coach. Very dated policy and inconsistent with peers.

It would have been nice if American tried to care.

We had a male flight attendant who was super attentive and wonderful! Very professional. I have both gluten and dairy intolerance, and was only able to get a gluten free part, and not the dairy free part of the meal. Easy to order ahead of time and I appreciate being able to do that.

Given us a free miles or free flight for waiting for 9 hours I didn’t get home till 5am in the morning and I was supposed to be home at 9:30 touch down.

Excellent price. Everything on time. two bad parts. Kayak said I couldn't sign in for the flight online, but I got an email at the same time from Jet Blue and they let me sign in online. Second bad part was that, although I had provided my known traveler number, neither of my boarding passes, for this flight and the previous one, had TSA pre-check showing.

Jet blue was great But the Jayak system Wasa pure nightmare and wasted so much of my time and energy by not giving me a way to access jet blue to check in the flight back I didn’t even get the number confirmation code 24 hours before. Because I didn’t receive the email with the confirmation code I could NoT CHECk IN. I spoke to a kayak third party and they informed me I could not carry a carry on, on the flight which caused me so much extra stress it was just too much. You can be sure I will not be using it recommending your site. Again.

There was a screen but no earphones that could use the older input so I could listen to anything.

My experience with JetBlue was fine BUT I am very upset with Kayak! JetBlue had delayed our scheduled departure by an hour and you NEVER notified me of the change. I did not hear directly from JetBlue because the trip was booked through Kayak, a mistake I will not repeat. Your reminder of the our trip last week still had the WRONG departure time. Our return trip has also changed, and again no notice from you.

Jet blue just had great service overall! Only a little turbulence heading out of Austin, otherwise the jet stream helped the speed of the trip!

Boarding was quick and efficient. The flight crew were friendly. There were limited food options available on the flight. The pocket guide said there would be salad and sandwich sections available on flights over 3.5 hours. The only food available were snack boxes. And those were limited as well. My flight was over 5 hours. The entertainment system worked well. I had both extra legroom seats and regular coach seats. The seats were not very comfortable. The entertainment controls in the armrest made it difficult to rest my arm without changing the channel on my neighbors TV. Overall, my experience was mediocre.

Boarding was fast, easy, and we landed early. The entertainment system was very buggy and kept resetting throughout the flight.

I purchased ticket so our daughter ( a minor) can sit next to her mother. No help at gate after kayak insisted that this could be done. She ended sitting by herself

Terrible. There was a lot of misleading information regarding ticketing, seat upgrades, & boarding group. I also expect my seat will recline. I have back problems & it is very painful for me of the seat doesn’t recline. In addition, when I choose a fare that allows me a carry-on bag, I expect to be able to carry it on. Not be forced to check it. Thos happened on my flight to MCO & back to Boston. Not sure I will ever fly JetBlue again. Further I bought the ticket through hat deal. I will NEVER do that again. They were incapable of providing an accurate record locator # for either leg of the trip. I had to call them before each flight with me VERY stressed about whether I would actually be able to get on my flight. Who does that? Who books flight & then FAILS to give an accurate record locator? Twice!

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

More inflight connection. And leg space is horrible. And the paying for baggage I'd ridiculous!!!

Everything you need to know for your flight from Philadelphia to Boston

Other airlines flying from Philadelphia to Boston

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Boston according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.

Compare transportation modes for Philadelphia to Boston

Transportation modeAverage priceAverage duration
Flights$7791h 21m
Trains$1476h 16m