Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

International passengers arrive at Terminal A-West, proceeding through passport control, baggage claim, and customs inspection before entering the public arrivals hall.

• Follow signs towards Passport Control immediately upon disembarking the aircraft.
• Present your passport and travel documentation to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers.
• Collect your checked luggage from the designated carousel in the baggage recheck/claim area.
• Pass through U.S. Customs clearance with your luggage before exiting into the arrivals hall.
• If connecting to a domestic flight, drop your checked bags at the recheck counter immediately past customs.

• Zug

  Train (SEPTA Regional Rail)

  The SEPTA Airport Line connects all terminals directly to Center City stations, including Suburban and 30th Street Station.

  Dauer:

  roughly 25-30 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically $8 - $10

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official taxis operate from Zone 5 on the commercial transportation roadways outside arrivals.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-35 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  typically $32 - $40 flat rate to Center City zone plus driver tip

• Fahrdienste

  Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)

  Pick-up zones are located on the commercial transportation roadways outside each terminal's baggage claim area.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-35 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  typically $30 - $50 depending on demand and service level

• Mietwagen

  Rental Car

  Rental car shuttle buses collect passengers outside Zone 2 of the arrivals roadways to transfer to off-site rental facilities.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-35 minutes to Center City

  Typische Kosten:

  varies by provider and vehicle category

All terminals are connected post-security, allowing passengers to transfer between flights without re-clearing security unless arriving on an international flight.

• International arriving passengers must clear CBP, claim baggage, and re-clear TSA security to transfer to domestic flights.
• Shuttle buses operate airside between Terminal C and Terminal F to assist travellers moving between regional and main terminals.
• Walking between Terminal A-West and Terminal E post-security takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

Free Wi-Fi access is provided throughout all public passenger areas and terminals.

• Select the official network named 'PHL-Passenger' on your device.
• Accept the terms and conditions on the browser landing page to connect.
• No registration, email, or password is required to access the service.

Cash machines (ATMs) are situated throughout all terminals, while foreign currency exchange services are available in select areas.

• ATMs accepting major international cards are located landside and airside across all terminals.
• Travelex or currency exchange kiosks operate in Terminal A-West for arriving international travellers.
• Major credit and debit cards are universally accepted across transport, dining, and retail facilities.

A wide array of local and international food, drink, and retail options are available across all concourses.

• The food court between Terminals B and C provides a large selection of quick-service dining options.
• Local Philadelphia specialities, including cheesesteaks, are available throughout the terminal concourses.
• Grab-and-go options and sit-down dining are available both landside and airside.

Several airline and independent lounges operate across the airport concourses.

• American Airlines Admirals Clubs are located in Terminal A-East, Terminal B/C connector, and Terminal F.
• The Centurion Lounge by American Express is located in the Terminal A-West / Terminal B connector.
• United Club and Delta Sky Club are available in Terminal D and Terminal E respectively.

One hotel is attached directly to the airport terminal complex, with numerous others nearby accessible via shuttle.

• The Philadelphia Airport Marriott is connected directly to Terminal B via a covered skywalk.
• Numerous airport hotels operate complimentary shuttle buses collecting passengers from designated roadway zones.
• Information boards with direct phone lines to partner hotels are located near baggage claim areas.

Baggage claim carousels are located on the lower level of each terminal complex.

• International baggage claim is located inside the secure CBP facility in Terminal A-West.
• Domestic baggage claims are clearly numbered and located on the arrivals roadway level of Terminals A through F.
• Baggage carts are available for rental near the baggage claim carousels.

Facilities for families travelling with children are provided throughout the airport terminals.

• Dedicated nursing pods (Minute Suites / Mamava) and companion care rest rooms are located in all terminals.
• Children's play areas are situated in select concourses, including Terminal A-East.
• Baby changing facilities are available in most public rest rooms across the airport.

• Free Public Wi-Fi
• Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
• Animal Relief Areas
• Nursing Rooms / Pods
• Currency Exchange
• Interfaith Chapel
• ATMs

Lokale Notrufnummer: 911

• To report an emergency to airport police or medical teams, call 911 or alert any uniformed airport staff member.
• Defibrillators and emergency assistance phones are located at regular intervals along the concourses.
• If you lose your passport, contact your embassy or consulate immediately; emergency phones can assist with reaching local authorities.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Philadelphia International Airport Official WebsiteOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionRegierungsquelle
• SEPTA - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation AuthorityOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• U.S. Department of Health & Human ServicesRegierungsquelle