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

• Earliest: departs at 6:20 am and lands at 11:33 am
• Latest: departs at 9:30 pm and lands at 2:43 am.

The flight takes about 5h 13m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Philadelphia:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from San Diego to Philadelphia takes 5h 13m, covering 2,364 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 San Diego to Philadelphia range from $429 to $584, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $429 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $496 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $185 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $505 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 Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Philadelphia flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $442 to $2,140. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Diego to Philadelphia 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 San Diego to Philadelphia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $196, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Payless
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Alamo

Flights from San Diego to Philadelphia usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Diego to Philadelphia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $467 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $536, a difference of $69.

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 San Diego and Philadelphia.

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h, compared with 7h 24m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 33m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

Philadelphia is 3 hours ahead of San Diego (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating San Diego to Philadelphia 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.

Yes, if you wish to stay at an airport hotel during your visit, you can book a stay at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott. To access the hotel, take the skybridge from Terminal B or use the free hotel shuttle that departs from the Arrivals Hall every 20min. For those stranded during a layover, Minute Suites provides sleep cabins and workstations you can rent by the hour.

There are several nonstop flights from San Diego to Philadelphia. On average, around 964 kg of carbon is emitted from San Diego to Philadelphia flights. Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines are the eco-friendlier airlines operating on this route. They emit 42%, 42%, and 40% less carbon than other airlines, making them the greener option.

PHL is a family-friendly airport, and they have provided several services to ensure passengers with families get through comfortably. The airport has provided the Mamava Suites for nursing mothers, each room featuring a bench, power outlet, fold-down table, and a lockable door. Nursing mothers also get 30min free in the airport sleep cabins. The airport also has 42 Companion Care or Family restrooms dotted around the airport. PHL has the Ready for Take-Off play area in Terminal A with aviation-themed climbing toys for the kids.

PHL is served by the bus. SEPTA provides regular bus services from the airport to various hubs in Philadelphia. The same SEPTA also provides connections to the Amtrak station in Philadelphia. Aside from the bus, SEPTA runs a light rail train connecting the airport to central Philadelphia. Taxis are also available outside the terminal building, and they are metered. You can also opt for shuttles offering door-to-door services or rental cars from the car rental center.