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6+ Hours at Philadelphia Airport

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Have you got 6+ hours to spare at Philadelphia Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Have you got 6+ hours to spare at Philadelphia Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.

Head downtown

If you have a longer layover at PHL, take the opportunity to head to downtown Philadelphia and explore the city. The airport is located 10 miles from the city center and is well connected via public transport links. Catch the Airport Line Bus from Terminal A to Jefferson Station and you will get downtown in approx. 40 minutes. Spend your day exploring the local museums or soaking up the atmosphere of the city. Make sure you leave plenty of time to get back to the airport and through security before your next flight.

Transport Options

Bus: The Airport Line will take you direct from the airport to downtown Philadelphia. You can catch the Airport Line from Terminal A in the airport. Train: SEPTA (South Eastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) provides train service between Center City and the Airport on the Airport Regional Rail Line. Trains run every 30 minutes. Catch the Airport Regional Rail Line from Terminal E/F, Terminal C/D, Terminal B and Terminal A (East).Visit the Philadelphia Airport website for more details.

Overnight Layover?

Minute SuitesIf you have an overnight layover at PHL and want to get a good rest book a cabin at Minute Suites. Minutes Suites is the only sleep options available in the airport terminal, so you do not need to pass through security to get a good night’s rest. You can book into Minute Suites for 1 hour or more with prices starting at $42. If you are looking for a more traditional hotel experience head to the Philadelphia Airport Marriott. The hotel is located on the airport grounds and is easily accessible via the Sky Bridge. Get all the amenities of a full-service hotel such as an onsite restaurant, fitness centre and more without leaving the airport.

Luggage Storage

As with most airport in the US, there are no luggage storage facilities available at Philadelphia Airport. If you have layover at PHL and want to store your luggage try these options:
  • Ask at the airport information desk for recommendations on nearby luggage storage facilities. 
  • If you are heading downtown, check for luggage storage lockers at bus and train terminals.
  • Use Google to find a luggage storage service. There are lots of apps and websites that offer luggage storage options on large cities across the US.
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