Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA Flights

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Overview: Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA flight

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Flights from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA depart on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $184 (€150) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.

There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 1h 4m. June is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $12 (€10)
Distance
123 miles (198 km)
Average flight duration
5h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
$184 (€150)
Flights per day
21
Direct flights
3
Fastest flight
1h 4m
First flight
05:00
Last flight
23:00
Cheapest month
Jun
Cheapest day
Sun
High season
Jul - Sep
Low season
Jan - Mar
Busiest day
Sat
Least busy day
Tue
Best day to book ahead
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $12 (€10)

The cheapest and fastest flights from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Cheapest price

$184

Average price

$323

Fastest journey

1 h 13 m

Average duration

4 h 20 m

Flights per day

3

Distance

198 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $323 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.

Fast flights

Of the 3 flights that leave Bethesda, MD for Philadelphia, PA onTue, Mar 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Mar 24 the direct flights cover the 198 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .

On Tue, Mar 24 the longest flights will take 10 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Spirit Airlines
04:30PM10h33
Bethesda, MD
03:03AMPhiladelphia, PA
$1841One-way
0 transfers
United
01:40PM1h15
Bethesda, MD
02:55PMPhiladelphia, PA
$3021One-way
0 transfers
United
05:55PM1h13
Bethesda, MD
07:08PMPhiladelphia, PA
$4821One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $184.

Distance: 123 miles (198 km)

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$369

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$42

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8h 15m

Average total duration

5h 15m

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2h 15m

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1h 45m

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Live departures

Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA flight times

The table below shows live departures for Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA flights for today, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at 5:38 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA12249:00 AM Dulles International Airport
9h55
6:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA13159:00 AM Dulles International Airport
7h55
4:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA1895+psa_airlinesAA53709:00 AM Dulles International Airport
7h54
4:54 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA2276+republic_airlinesAA44289:00 AM Dulles International Airport
7h48
4:48 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA1812+piedmont_airlinesAA58189:00 AM Dulles International Airport
7h49
4:49 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA1906+psa_airlinesAA53709:00 AM Dulles International Airport
7h54
4:54 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA2622+piedmont_airlinesAA60719:00 AM Dulles International Airport
7h55
4:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA18099:00 AM Dulles International Airport
4h55
1:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA2014+piedmont_airlinesAA58229:00 AM Dulles International Airport
6h13
3:13 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA1555+republic_airlinesAA47179:00 AM Dulles International Airport
7h39
4:39 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2643 · AA2255+piedmont_airlinesAA58179:00 AM Dulles International Airport
6h58
3:58 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA279 · UA243010:15 AM Dulles International Airport
10h59
9:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA279 · UA218210:15 AM Dulles International Airport
8h09
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA279 · UA177610:15 AM Dulles International Airport
14h54
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA660 · UA218210:20 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
8h04
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA660 · UA177610:20 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
14h49
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA660 · UA3704 · UA451610:20 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
12h49
11:09 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA660 · UA243010:20 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
10h54
9:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1793 · UA3704 · UA451610:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport
12h39
11:09 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA1793 · UA218210:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport
7h54
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA441 · UA218211:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport
6h54
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA441 · UA3704 · UA451611:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport
11h39
11:09 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA3533 · UA3704 · UA451612:20 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
10h49
11:09 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA3533 · UA243012:20 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
8h54
9:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA3533 · UA218212:20 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
6h04
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA6137 · UA5381 · UA177612:25 PM Dulles International Airport
12h44
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA1775 · UA177612:30 PM Dulles International Airport
12h39
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1775 · UA243012:30 PM Dulles International Airport
8h44
9:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1775 · UA218212:30 PM Dulles International Airport
5h54
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA456312:32 PM Dulles International Airport
1h15
1:47 PM Philadelphia International Airport0 transfersDirect
psa_airlinesAA5203+american_airlinesAA18731:19 PM Dulles International Airport
7h44
9:03 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5203+american_airlinesAA14071:19 PM Dulles International Airport
8h53
10:12 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5203+american_airlinesAA12241:19 PM Dulles International Airport
5h36
6:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK1246 · NK6542:09 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
12h43
2:52 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK1246 · NK3852:09 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
6h17
8:26 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2201 · UA24302:30 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
6h44
9:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA374 · UA17764:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
9h09
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA374 · UA24304:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
5h14
9:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA511 · UA17765:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
8h09
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA45645:02 PM Dulles International Airport
1h15
6:17 PM Philadelphia International Airport0 transfersDirect
unitedUA2331 · UA17765:15 PM Dulles International Airport
7h54
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA3483 · UA17766:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
7h09
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5543+american_airlinesAA3033+piedmont_airlinesAA61106:03 PM Dulles International Airport
6h29
12:32 AM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
psa_airlinesAA5543+american_airlinesAA14076:03 PM Dulles International Airport
4h09
10:12 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5543 · AA5580+piedmont_airlinesAA57976:03 PM Dulles International Airport
6h21
12:24 AM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
psa_airlinesAA5543+american_airlinesAA18926:03 PM Dulles International Airport
7h56
1:59 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5543+american_airlinesAA1894+republic_airlinesAA44116:03 PM Dulles International Airport
6h31
12:34 AM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
psa_airlinesAA5543+american_airlinesAA18226:03 PM Dulles International Airport
6h03
12:06 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5543+piedmont_airlinesAA5846 · AA59516:03 PM Dulles International Airport
6h01
12:04 AM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
psa_airlinesAA5543+american_airlinesAA11606:03 PM Dulles International Airport
9h56
3:59 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5543 · AA5099 · AA53266:03 PM Dulles International Airport
5h54
11:57 PM Philadelphia International Airport2 transfers
psa_airlinesAA51716:16 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
1h10
7:26 PM Philadelphia International Airport0 transfersDirect
unitedUA1325 · UA17767:30 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
5h39
1:09 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA54538:34 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport
1h10
9:44 PM Philadelphia International Airport0 transfersDirect
psa_airlinesAA5447+american_airlinesAA18928:46 PM Dulles International Airport
5h13
1:59 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
psa_airlinesAA5447+american_airlinesAA11608:46 PM Dulles International Airport
7h13
3:59 AM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA590 · UA24309:12 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
24h02
9:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA590 · UA21829:12 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
21h12
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA590 · UA20019:12 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport
17h02
2:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2497 · UA20019:26 PM Dulles International Airport
16h48
2:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA45169:55 PM Dulles International Airport
1h14
11:09 PM Philadelphia International Airport0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, March 24
unitedUA1738 · UA20012:31 AM Dulles International Airport
11h43
2:14 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1738 · UA21822:31 AM Dulles International Airport
15h53
6:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport1 transfer

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FAQs: Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA can start from as little as $184 (€150) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA is $369 (€300) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA is 1h 4m to travel the 123 miles (198 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 5:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 11:00 PM.
Flights from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA generally leave from Dulles International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.Dulles International Airport is 1 miles (3 km) away from Bethesda, MD city centre and Philadelphia International Airport is 1 miles (3 km) from Philadelphia, PA city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bethesda, MD and Philadelphia, PA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Since neither Bethesda, MD nor Philadelphia, PA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between Bethesda, MD and Philadelphia, PA.
The best events to attend in Philadelphia, PA include:
  • Mummers Parade, a vibrant New Year's Day parade featuring elaborate costumes, music, and performances
  • Philadelphia Flower Show, the largest indoor flower show in the world showcasing stunning floral displays and garden designs
  • Made in America Festival, a two-day music festival celebrating American culture with top artists and local food vendors.
The best holidays to experience in Philadelphia, PA include:
  • Independence Day, vibrant fireworks and patriotic celebrations throughout the city
  • Labor Day, pleasant weather and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for exploring
  • Thanksgiving, festive parades and a unique blend of autumn charm with fewer crowds.
The best season to visit Philadelphia, PA is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Philadelphia, PA is during April-June or September-November.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Popular airports from Bethesda, MD to Philadelphia, PA

Bethesda
Philadelphia
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
I-95, Exit 12B
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in terminals A-F, including duty-free and local Philadelphia shops.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available in garages and economy lot, approximately 3.8€ ($4) per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • Various restaurants in terminals A-F, including fast food and sit-down options like Chickie's & Pete's and Legal Sea Foods
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotels nearby, such as Philadelphia Airport Marriott connected to terminal B.
Shower
Shower
  • Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge entry fee.
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including American Airlines Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Lost and Found located in terminal D.
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Car rental services available at the airport, with companies like Hertz and Avis
Public transit options for Philadelphia International Airport
  • SEPTA Airport Line, Philadelphia Intertiol Airport Station, 7 miles

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