Philadelphia to Birmingham (PHL–BHM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–BHM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Avelo Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 771 miles in approximately 1h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 83 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: BA | 28 | CR7, CR9 | 2h15-2h30 | Oneworld | BA | |
| XP Avelo Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Birmingham from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→BHM | ILG→BHM | ACY→BHM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 24 mi | 46 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 37 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 51m | 1h 45m | 0h 58m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · BHM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 5:00 PM in Birmingham.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
PHL–BHM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to BHM
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Avelo Airlines. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHL to BHM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to BHM ranges from 1 hours 51 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 771 miles (1,241 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
83 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via MQY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wilmington (ILG), Atlantic City (ACY) and Dover (DOV).