Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to New York Starting at $86

The route Philadelphia — New York is served by a single airline — American Airlines. This means that when planning your trip, you won’t need to spend time choosing between dozens of carriers: all flights are operated by one provider, which simplifies the booking process. Despite the limited choice, passengers can still plan ahead, select optimal departure dates, and buy tickets at the lowest price — from $86. Using our service, you can quickly compare available American Airlines flights and book a seat in advance at a favorable rate.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the region’s primary international gateway and a hub for several major carriers, typically handling a mix of full-service and low-cost airlines. Located about 7 miles southwest of downtown, travel into the city typically takes 20–30 minutes by car depending on traffic, or 25–35 minutes via SEPTA Regional Rail from the airport’s own station; rideshare or taxi fares can often range from moderate to higher depending on time of day. Ground transport also includes regional buses and rental cars. Pros: convenient rail link and wide route choices; cons: can be busy at peak times and parking or tolled routes may add cost.

John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is New York’s primary international gateway and a major global hub, typically serving full-service carriers alongside many international and domestic connections. It’s perceived as mid-to-premium in price relative to other NYC airports but can vary widely by carrier and season. The airport sits about 15 miles southeast of Midtown Manhattan; subway plus AirTrain usually takes 45–75 minutes with fares roughly in the low- to mid-single digits for subway plus a modest AirTrain fee, while taxis and ride-shares commonly take 35–60 minutes with metered or surge fares. Pros: extensive international routes and amenities; cons: can be busy and experience longer security or transfer times. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) functions mainly as a domestic and short-haul regional airport and typically hosts legacy and low-cost U.S. carriers for East Coast and domestic itineraries. LGA is often perceived as more budget-friendly for short hops but fares depend on carrier and timing. Located about 8 miles from Midtown Manhattan, surface transit via bus plus subway or shuttle generally takes 25–45 minutes with low single-digit public fares, while taxis/ride-shares usually take 20–40 minutes with variable charges. Pros: proximity to Manhattan and quicker transfers for domestic flights; cons: fewer international services, limited long-haul amenities, and occasional congestion. Newark Liberty International (EWR), technically in New Jersey, operates as a major international and transatlantic hub with a strong presence of full-service and some low-cost carriers; it’s frequently used for both international and East Coast domestic travel. Price perception can be competitive with JFK depending on route and carrier. The airport lies about 16 miles southwest of Midtown Manhattan; AirTrain plus NJ Transit or PATH typically takes 30–50 minutes with moderate fares, while taxis and ride-shares often take 30–60 minutes with tolls possible. Pros: solid international connections and alternate routing; cons: location in New Jersey may add customs or ground-transit complexity for some travelers.