Carlsbad to Philadelphia (CLD–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Carlsbad to Philadelphia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,359 mi 4h 44m nonstop +3h ahead 31 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CLD and PHL, connecting options are available through 31 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CLD to PHL.
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One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
423
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Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Carlsbad

Nearby airports with service to Philadelphia International Airport.
Metric CLD→PHL SAN→PHL SNA→PHL
Distance from CLD 28 mi 51 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 2
Weekly flights 1 63 1
Flight time 4h 44m 5h 13m 4h 14m
Airports within 200 miles of CLD with service to Philadelphia International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Philadelphia is 3 hours ahead of Carlsbad.
CLD: PDT · PHL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Carlsbad, it's 9:00 PM in Philadelphia.
Distance & Flight Time
2,359 mi / 3,796 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 44m.
Getting from PHL

SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.

Philadelphia Climate

Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.

Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.

CLD–PHL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Carlsbad to Philadelphia route.
Route details
Distance2,359 mi / 3,796 km
Flight time4h 44m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: CLD
IATA / ICAOCLD / KCRQ
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation331 ft / 101 m
Destination: PHL
IATA / ICAOPHL / KPHL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr30.2M
Elevation36 ft / 11 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CLD to PHL flights.
Nonstop flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport to Philadelphia International Airport take approximately 4h 44m. The route covers 2,359 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from CLD to PHL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, VNY, SCF, BZN, SDF, DAL, MDW, BNA, PSP, HOU, LGB, MSP, OMA, SJC, IAD, RDU, ATL, SLC, MSY, LAX, IAH, OAK, MCO, BOS, PBI, DFW, MIA, PHX, SFO, DEN and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Philadelphia is 3 hours ahead of Carlsbad.
Nearby alternatives include SAN, SNA and PSP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CLD to PHL

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CLD to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CLD to PHL ranges from 4 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,359 miles (3,796 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN), Santa Ana (SNA) and Palm Springs (PSP).