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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Philadelphia to Cleveland:

• Earliest: departs at 8:08 am and lands at 9:56 am
• Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 11:58 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 48m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Philadelphia to Cleveland:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Cleveland takes 1h 48m, covering 362 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Cleveland range from $409 to $584, with an average of $492 over the past 12 months. Anything below $409 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $492 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $170 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $527 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer ERJ-145 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Philadelphia to Cleveland flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and evening flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Philadelphia to Cleveland flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Cleveland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $127, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Thrifty

Flights from Philadelphia to Cleveland usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE).

One-stop flights from Philadelphia to Cleveland most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 52% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Philadelphia to Cleveland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $452 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $819, a difference of $367.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only American Airlines operates flights between Philadelphia and Cleveland.

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 3h 40m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 55m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

Some of the most popular sights in Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Philadelphia to Cleveland flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

When flying from Philadelphia to Cleveland, you have many flight options you can choose from. Along this route, you can find both nonstop and connecting flight services. Frontier Airlines and American Airlines are the two major airlines offering one-stop flight services along this route. It is advisable for passengers flying through this route to book connecting flights rather than nonstop flights as they are more affordable. Delta and United Airlines offer connecting flight options between Philadelphia and Cleveland, usually with layovers at DTW, ORD, EWR, and CLT.

Passengers flying in late at CLE can make reservations at one of the many top-rated hotels near the airport to avoid the late-night fuss. Hilton Garden Cleveland Airport Hotel, located 1.3 miles from the airport, is one of the hotels you should consider. It is conveniently accessible and offers services like complimentary airport shuttle transfers. Alternatively, you can opt for Sheraton Cleveland Airport Hotel and Holiday Inn Express Cleveland Airport Brook Park.

There are some comparatively pleasant sleeping areas, and the employees and security are accommodating and friendly to overnight passengers. Leather booths nearby may be an alternative sleeping area. However, bring earplugs or noise-canceling headphones as music from the P. A system is one of the sleep disruptors, and if you plan to sleep on the floor, think about bringing a travel mat or sleeping bag.

There are indoor "Pet Ports," one within each terminal at PHL. Outside the baggage claim areas are additional pet relief zones that your pet can utilize. The areas are equipped with sinks, fire hydrants, and disposable waste bags so you don’t have to carry something to clean after your pet.