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Overview: Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA flight

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Flights from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA depart on average 40 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $192 (€158) but you can travel from only $51 (€42) by bus.

There are 11 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:36. The fastest flight covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 1h 17m. August 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.

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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $51 (€42)

Distance

269 miles (433 km)

Average flight duration

1h 20m

Cheapest ticket price

$192 (€158)

Flights per day

Direct flights

Fastest flight

1h 17m

First flight

5:00 AM

Last flight

10:36 PM

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jan - Mar

Low Season

Jul - Sep

Best time to book

35 days

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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $51 (€42)

The cheapest and fastest flights from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA

Showing times and prices for Jun 29

Cheapest price

$192

Average price

$192

Fastest journey

1 h 17 m

Average duration

1 h 17 m

Flights per day

Distance

433 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $192.

Fast flights

Of the 1 flights that leave Philadelphia, PA for Cambridge, MA onMon, Jun 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 29 the direct flights cover the 433 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .

On Mon, Jun 29 the longest flights will take 1 h 17 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.

10:00 AM1h17
Philadelphia, PA
11:17 AMCambridge, MA
$1921One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $123.

Distance: 269 miles (433 km)

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Flight	Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
$238 Average price	$247 Average price	$73 Average price Cheapest	$60 Average price (fuel + tolls)
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA is a bus with an average price of $73 (€60).

This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA:

A bus is $166 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA costing on average $238 (€196).

A bus is $175 (€144) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA costing on average $247 (€204).

The fastest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Cambridge, MA take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 20m.

Bus takes on average 8h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Cambridge, MA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA among Omio's users.

Live departures

Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA flight times

The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA flights for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
UA2784 · UA2331	1:31 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h25	9:56 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
UA2784 · UA2466	1:31 PM Philadelphia International Airport	5h59	7:30 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
UA3593 · UA688	3:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport	4h04	7:14 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
UA3593 · UA4932	3:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport	3h52	7:02 PM Manchester	1 transfer
UA3593 · UA4270	3:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h49	11:59 PM Manchester	1 transfer
UA3593 · UA2497 · UA1779	3:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport	10h04	1:14 AM Edward L. Logan International Airport	2 transfers
UA3593 · UA2497 · UA1032	3:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h11	11:21 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	2 transfers
UA3593 · UA1831 · UA2058	3:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport	6h43	9:53 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	2 transfers
UA3593 · UA755	3:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h49	11:59 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA3116	3:28 PM Philadelphia International Airport	1h27	4:55 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	0 transfersDirect
AA5636 · AA5283	3:46 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h05	11:51 PM Manchester	1 transfer
AA5636+AA4382	3:46 PM Philadelphia International Airport	6h33	10:19 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA3152 · AA2595	3:50 PM Philadelphia International Airport	5h09	8:59 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA3152+AA5033	3:50 PM Philadelphia International Airport	7h06	10:56 PM Manchester	1 transfer
AA470 · AA2682	4:05 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h23	12:28 AM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA470+AA4149	4:05 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h17	12:22 AM Manchester	1 transfer
AA3306 · AA2539	4:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport	7h01	11:36 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA2573 · AA1843	4:51 PM Philadelphia International Airport	7h49	12:40 AM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA2573+AA5033	4:51 PM Philadelphia International Airport	6h05	10:56 PM Manchester	1 transfer
UA308 · UA1032	5:00 PM Philadelphia International Airport	6h21	11:21 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
UA308 · UA1779	5:00 PM Philadelphia International Airport	8h14	1:14 AM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA5942	5:30 PM Philadelphia International Airport	1h35	7:05 PM Manchester	0 transfersDirect
AA2960	5:30 PM Philadelphia International Airport	1h35	7:05 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	0 transfersDirect
AA1012 · AA2682	5:40 PM Philadelphia International Airport	6h48	12:28 AM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA1012+AA4149	5:40 PM Philadelphia International Airport	6h42	12:22 AM Manchester	1 transfer
UA2797 · UA1779	7:00 PM Philadelphia International Airport	6h14	1:14 AM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA5019 · AA5283	7:30 PM Philadelphia International Airport	4h21	11:51 PM Manchester	1 transfer
AA5019+AA4051	7:30 PM Philadelphia International Airport	4h22	11:52 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA1661 · AA1843	7:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport	5h05	12:40 AM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA3327	7:40 PM Philadelphia International Airport	1h33	9:13 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	0 transfersDirect
UA4587 · UA4270	7:45 PM Philadelphia International Airport	4h14	11:59 PM Manchester	1 transfer
UA4587 · UA755	7:45 PM Philadelphia International Airport	4h14	11:59 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	1 transfer
AA3042+AA3668	7:47 PM Philadelphia International Airport	15h47	11:34 AM Manchester	1 transfer
AA1442	8:50 PM Philadelphia International Airport	1h45	10:35 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	0 transfersDirect
B6560	9:29 PM Philadelphia International Airport	1h30	10:59 PM Edward L. Logan International Airport	0 transfersDirect
AA5966	10:00 PM Philadelphia International Airport	1h39	11:39 PM Manchester	0 transfersDirect
AA2840+AA3668	11:05 PM Philadelphia International Airport	12h29	11:34 AM Manchester	1 transfer
Monday, June 29
	10:00 AM Philadelphia, PA	1h17	11:17 AM Cambridge, MA	0 transfersDirect
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA can start from as little as $192 (€158) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA is $238 (€196) ; 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 Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA is 1h 17m to travel the 269 miles (433 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 Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA leaves at 5:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA leaves at 10:36 PM.

Flights from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA generally leave from Philadelphia International Airport and arrive in Edward L. Logan International Airport.Philadelphia International Airport is 1 miles (3 km) away from Philadelphia, PA city centre and Edward L. Logan International Airport is 1 miles (2 km) from Cambridge, MA city centre.

The cheapest month for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Cambridge, MA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Since neither Philadelphia, PA nor Cambridge, MA 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 Philadelphia, PA and Cambridge, MA.

The best events to attend in Cambridge, MA include:

Cambridge Science Festival, a week-long celebration of science and technology featuring hands-on activities, lectures, and demonstrations
Harvard Square MayFair, an annual street festival with live music, food vendors, and local artisans
Cambridge Arts River Festival, a vibrant event showcasing local artists, performances, and community engagement along the Charles River.

The best holidays to experience in Cambridge, MA include:

Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer with vibrant outdoor activities and events
Labor Day, a perfect time for enjoying the last warm days with local festivals and fewer crowds.

The best season to visit Cambridge, MA is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Cambridge, MA is during April-June or September-October.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA among Omio's users.

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.

The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.

In Cambridge, MA, travelers should be aware of common safety concerns such as petty theft, including pickpocketing and bike theft, especially near popular areas like Harvard Square and public transit stops. Scams targeting travelers can include overcharging by some taxi drivers or rideshare drivers taking longer routes. It's advisable to stay vigilant in crowded places, avoid displaying valuables openly, and use reputable transportation services.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular airports from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA

Most Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA flights use the Philadelphia International Airport to Edward L. Logan International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Cambridge, MA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.

Departure airports in Philadelphia

Arrival airports in Cambridge

Which Philadelphia, PA airport do flights to Cambridge, MA leave from?

Flights from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA depart from Philadelphia International Airport. The airport is 1 miles (3 km) from Philadelphia, PA city centre at 8000 Essington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)8000 Essington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Philadelphia International Airport from Philadelphia city centre

Philadelphia International Airport is 3 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainAir · 22m · $4 · every ~5 min

Bus37 · 36m · $4 · every ~5 min

Philadelphia International Airport airport facilities and services

Philadelphia International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: Various restaurants in terminals A-F, including fast food and sit-down options like Chickie's & Pete's and Legal Sea Foods

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Philadelphia International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Philadelphia International Airport: Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Philadelphia International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, such as Philadelphia Airport Marriott connected to terminal B..

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