Groton to Philadelphia (GON–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Groton to Philadelphia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 196 mi 0h 31m nonstop 2 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between GON and PHL, connecting options are available through 2 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GON to PHL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~6h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
GON → PHL
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
Return
PHL → GON
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. PHL delays →

Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Groton

Nearby airports with service to Philadelphia International Airport.
Metric GON→PHL PVD→PHL BDL→PHL
Distance from GON 42 mi 54 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 4
Weekly flights 1 65 74
Flight time 0h 31m 1h 15m 1h 14m
Airports within 200 miles of GON with service to Philadelphia International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Philadelphia is 0 hours the same as Groton.
GON: EDT · PHL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Groton, it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia.
Distance & Flight Time
196 mi / 315 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 31m.
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.

GON–PHL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Groton to Philadelphia route.
Route details
Distance196 mi / 315 km
Flight time0h 31m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: GON
IATA / ICAOGON / KGON
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: PHL
IATA / ICAOPHL / KPHL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr30.2M
Elevation36 ft / 11 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GON to PHL flights.
Nonstop flights from Groton New London Airport to Philadelphia International Airport take approximately 0h 31m. The route covers 196 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from GON to PHL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TEB and SRQ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include PVD, BDL and ORH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 GON to PHL

Groton New London Airport (GON) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

GON to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GON to PHL ranges from 0 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 196 miles (315 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via TEB. Nearby alternative airports include Providence/Warwick (PVD), Hartford (BDL) and Worcester (ORH).