Terminal A-West
The main international terminal, with customs facilities and most intercontinental flights. Airlines such as British Airways operate here.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania KPHL #21 US airport by passengers
A few miles south of Center City Philadelphia, on the southwest side of the city, close to I-95.
- FAA status
- Airport closure Updated 1 min ago
- Weather now
- VFR 55°F Observed 5 h ago
- Late departures
- 26.2%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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PHL at a glance
Philadelphia International is the largest airport in Pennsylvania and a major American Airlines hub. It has seven lettered terminals: A-East, A-West, B, C, D, E and F.
Most terminals are connected after security, so you can walk between many gates without leaving the secure area. The exception is Terminal F, which uses a free shuttle bus.
Main airlines: American Airlines is the dominant carrier and runs one of its largest East Coast hubs here. Foreign carriers, including British Airways, Lufthansa, Aer Lingus and Qatar Airways, also serve the airport.
FAA delay status for PHL
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Airport closure !PHL 09/263 PHL AD AP CLSD TO NON SKED ACFT WINGSPAN MORE THAN 214FT AND TAIL HGT MORE THAN 66FT. 2609301806-2610311200 From Sep 30 at 18:06 UTC. until Oct 31 at 12:00 UTC.
Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 1 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at PHL
VFR
55°F13°C
Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.
- Wind
- Calm
- Visibility
- 10+ mi
- Clouds
- SCT 25,000 ft, BKN 35,000 ft
- Ceiling
- 35,000 ft
- Pressure
- 30.40 inHg
METARMETAR KPHL 101154Z 00000KT 10SM SCT250 BKN350 13/09 A3040 RMK AO2 SLP295 T01280089 10144 20111 53028 $
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 5 h ago.
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On-time performance at PHL
Based on 28,970 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.
26.2%Departures late
23.6%Arrivals late
3.25%Cancelled
23.2 minAverage departure delay
| Airline | Departures | Late |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 14,047 | 27.5% |
| PSA Airlines | 5,558 | 26.1% |
| Frontier Airlines | 2,433 | 28.4% |
| Delta Air Lines | 1,808 | 19.5% |
| Republic Airways | 1,648 | 15.1% |
| Southwest Airlines | 1,336 | 38.5% |
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
Late departures by month
Terminals
Terminal A-East
Domestic and some international flights. The American Airlines Flagship Lounge is between gates A15 and A16, and the Admirals Club is between gates A4 and A6.
Terminals B and C
Domestic terminals, mainly American Airlines. An Admirals Club is on level 3 of the B and C connector.
Terminal D
Domestic terminal, used by American and other carriers.
Terminal E
Domestic terminal, used by additional domestic and low-cost airlines. It is connected airside to Terminal D.
Terminal F
American Airlines regional jets. It is connected by a free airport shuttle bus, not by walkway. Its Admirals Club is above the food court.
Moving between terminals
Most terminals are linked airside after security, so you can walk between A, B, C, D and E without a new screening. Terminal F is not connected by walkway. Take the free shuttle bus from Terminal F at Gate F-14 to Gate C-16 for Terminals B, C and D, or to Gate A-1 for Terminals A-East and A-West. The shuttle does not require a new screening, but international arrivals must clear customs and then go through security again.
Getting to and from PHL
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Rail
SEPTA Airport Line
Regional rail stops at all four airport stations for Terminals A, B, C/D and E/F, with trains about every 30 minutes from 5 a.m. to midnight. The trip to Center City takes about 25 minutes, and the fare depends on your payment method. Check SEPTA for current prices.
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Bus
SEPTA routes 37, 108 and 115
Buses stop at all baggage claim areas, and they connect the airport with nearby neighborhoods and the Eastwick area.
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Rideshare and taxi
Ground transportation zones
Taxis are in Zone 5, rideshare in Zone 7, hotel shuttles in Zone 4, rental car shuttles in Zone 2, and limousines in Zone 6. Follow the zone signs after baggage claim.
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Rental car
Rental car shuttles
Rental car agencies run shuttles from Zone 2 after baggage claim.
Tips for PHL
- Take the SEPTA Airport Line into Center City if you want the cheapest and most reliable trip downtown, and buy your ticket ahead of time to save money.
- If you arrive on an international flight and connect to a domestic flight, you must clear customs and then go through security again.
- Terminal F is a separate walk from the rest of the airport. Use the free shuttle bus from Gate F-14 if you are connecting to a terminal in A, B, C or D.
- Pet relief areas are available in the terminals.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fastest way from PHL to Center City?
The SEPTA Airport Line regional rail takes about 25 minutes. Trains run about every 30 minutes, and there is a station for each terminal group.
Can I walk between PHL terminals after security?
Most terminals are linked after security, but Terminal F is not. Use the free shuttle bus from Gate F-14 to reach the other terminals.
Is there a hotel inside PHL?
The Philadelphia Airport Marriott is connected by a skybridge to Terminals B and C. Minute Suites offers private rooms inside the secure area for layovers and overnight stays.
How busy is PHL?
About 14,779,849 passengers boarded flights at Philadelphia International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 21 among US airports.
How often are flights late at PHL?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 26.2% of departures at PHL left 15 or more minutes late, and 3.25% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
Guide content last reviewed October 9, 2026. Report a correction