Flights from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

3 airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia.

Distance
123 mi
Nonstop flight
Varies
Time difference
Same time
Nonstop airlines
3
WAS
PHL

Fares from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

AirlineFromTo
United AirlinesIAD Washington Dulles International AirportPHL Philadelphia International Airport
American AirlinesDCA Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportPHL Philadelphia International Airport
Southwest AirlinesBWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall AirportPHL Philadelphia International Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Philadelphia

PHL

Philadelphia International Airport

7 miles (11 km) from the city centre. 30.9 million passengers in 2024

HowRouteTimeCost
TrainSEPTA Airport Line to Center City (Suburban Station)about 24m–
TaxiTaxi, flat rate between the airport and Center City–$32 flat rate

Before you go

No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.

Philadelphia is the same time as Washington, D.C.. Philadelphia uses the US dollar (USD).

Read the Philadelphia guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

As of October 2026, United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.

Which airports do nonstop flights use?

Nonstop flights leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and arrive at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

How far is Philadelphia from Washington, D.C.?

About 123 miles (198 km), measured between the city centres.

What is the time difference?

Philadelphia is the same time as Washington, D.C..

What ID do I need to fly to Philadelphia?

No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.

How do I get from Philadelphia International Airport into Philadelphia?

SEPTA Airport Line to Center City (Suburban Station), about 24 minutes.

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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.