Philadelphia Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Philadelphia Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

I had back problems for the next week because of the chair I slept in. – Jody

PHL Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Philadelphia International Airport.

What to Expect

The Philadelphia Airport (code: PHL) sprawls over seven terminals (A-West, A-East, B, C, D, E, F), so expect some walking to reach your departure gate. If you’re inside Security and transferring between terminals, hop on the free shuttle buses that connect Terminals A-East and F and Terminals C and F. Additional landside shuttles cover all terminals.

Long and slow security lines are fairly typical, so arrive early for peace of mind. Once inside Security, you’ll have a solid selection of eateries, shops, and cafes, depending on your terminal. The airport’s “street pricing” policy means that airport prices are the same as outside the airport. For dining options, plan ahead as there are no restaurants open 24 hours. Travellers appreciate the free WiFi and the mix of decent seating (which you’ll have to seek out). If you want to upgrade your layover experience, economy-class travellers can pay to enter a few airport lounges.

Sleeping in Philadelphia Airport

Sleeping at Philadelphia Airport is possible, but finding somewhere comfortable can be challenging, with most seating featuring armrests and travellers frequently complaining about cold air conditioning, bright lighting and overnight announcements. Terminal E has some armrest-free seating, while the carpeted corridor towards Terminal F offers a quieter alternative for floor sleepers. The terminals remain open overnight, but security checkpoints close at different times, and travellers arriving late may be stuck before security, where seating is particularly limited. For detailed sleeping locations, conditions, photos and traveller tips, visit our Guide to Sleeping in Philadelphia Airport or read the latest traveller reviews.

For uninterrupted sleep, check into the micro-hotel located on the airside of Terminal A-B or the traditional hotel connected to Terminal B. Otherwise, free shuttles offer transfers to nearby hotels. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

All terminals are open 24 hours on the landside. TSA checkpoints close overnight and reopen based on the first departing flights of the morning. Typical checkpoint hours are:

A-West: 5:00 AM – 10:15 PM
A-East: 4:15 AM – 8:15 PM
B: 3:30 AM – 9:15 PM
C: 4:15 AM – 8:00 PM
D/E: 3:30 AM – 11:30 PM
F: 4:30 AM – 9:15 PM

What this means for airport sleepers: Once security closes for the night, airside access is generally not permitted unless you are already in transit with a valid boarding pass. Overnight passengers may be directed to remain landside until security reopens in the morning.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones, but informal spots with padded benches are scattered around the terminals. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels & Sleep Pods

If sleeping in Philadelphia Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are sleep cabins inside the airport and a hotel connected to the terminal. Many nearby off-site hotels provide free airport shuttles.

Hotels at the airport

Minute Suites – Location: Terminal Link (Airside, A-B Connector). Minute Suites provides private suites for travellers needing to relax, work, or sleep during a layover or flight delay. Each suite has a daybed that sleeps two, fresh pillows and blankets, smart TV, free Wi-Fi, and an Amazon Alexa to provide a sound-masking system. Here are the rates as of February 2025: US$ 65 per hour. US$ 215 (overnight – eight hours, after 9:00 PM til midnight). Showers are $20 for 30 mins (added on to a minimum 1 hour stay) or $30 for 30 mins without a suite rental. Showers are available at this location. Discounted rates for military/1st responder, crew, and more. Use Promo Code SIASUITES to save 15% off a Suite Rental or Overnight Stay when you book online.

Philadelphia Airport Marriott – Upscale hotel. Connected to Terminal B by a skybridge. Free airport shuttle also available.

Hotels near Philadelphia Airport with airport shuttles

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport (0.7 mi / 1.1 km) – Mid-range hotel.

Hampton Inn by Hilton (0.8 mi / 1.3 km) – Mid-range hotel.

Sheraton Suites (1.0 mi / 1.6 km) – Upscale hotel.

Aloft by Marriott (1.0 mi / 1.6 km) – Mid-range hotel.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program.

American Airlines Admirals Club – Multiple Locations – (1) Concourse A East, (1) Concourse A West, (1) Concourse B/C and (1) Concourse F.
Centurion Lounge – Location: Terminal A West, Airside, near Gate A14. Lounge Access: American Express® Card Members • Lounge membership programs.
United Club – Location: Airside, second level, between Concourse C & D. Lounge Access: Pay at the door with proof of United Airlines ticket • United Club Membership.

Airline Lounges (members only)

Delta Sky Club – Location: Terminal D, Airside, to the right of The Earl Of Sandwich. Lounge Access: Elite Status • Lounge membership programs.

Military Lounge

USO Lounge – The USO offers a free lounge to active members of the US military and their families. Location: Terminal E, tarmac level, adjacent to Gate A6.

Food & Drinks

Most food concessions operate roughly 4:15 AM – 10:00 PM. SGR (Terminal B, Airside, Level 2) is reported to be open 24 hours.

Drinking Water
Free water bottle refill stations are available airside. On the landside, one has been reported in Terminal B, Level 1 near the food court.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage and lockers are not available at this airport. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

Charging options are widely available airside, including PHL “Power Up” cubes, power tables, charging stations, window outlets, and charging tables. Some airlines (including Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue) also provide charging stations at select gates.

Showers

Showers are available at Minute Suites. See Airport Hotels above.

WiFi / Internet

Free unlimited WiFi is available at Philadelphia Airport. Connect to the “Free PHL WiFi” network. Registration is not required.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available throughout the airport, both landside and airside. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limits before travelling internationally.
Business Services – The UPS Store provides basic business services, including copying, faxing, shipping, and notary services.
Currency Exchange – Travelex operates several currency exchange kiosks within the airport.
Duty-Free & Shopping – In addition to a wide selection of retail shops, duty-free shopping is available in Terminal A (East and West). ( read more )

Family Services
Baby Care Facilities – Mamava nursing suites are available in multiple terminals and offer a private, clean space for feeding or pumping. Family and companion care restrooms are also located throughout the airport. Nursing parents may also access a short complimentary session at Minute Suites, when available.
Children’s Play Areas – The “Ready for Take-Off” play area in Terminal A-East features aviation-themed equipment where kids can burn off energy before a flight.

Hospitality Program – During major disruptions such as severe weather or widespread cancellations, the airport’s Hospitality Program may assist stranded passengers with hotel information, ground transportation guidance, and limited comfort items.
Information Desk – Information desks are located in several terminals, and airport ambassadors are available throughout the airport to help answer questions and provide general assistance.
Pet Relief Area – Indoor pet relief rooms (“Pet Ports”) are available inside each terminal. Outdoor pet relief areas are also located outside baggage claim and along the Departing Flights roadway.
Smoking Areas – Smoking is prohibited anywhere inside the airport.
Spa – XpresSpa locations offer massages, manicures, facials, and other spa treatments in select terminals.

Things to do & see
Art in the Airport – Rotating art exhibitions and permanent installations are displayed throughout the terminals.
Library – A virtual library, created in partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia, allows travellers to browse and download digital reading material in a quiet seating area. Some content requires a library card.
Observation Area – While there is no formal observation deck, travellers can find views of the airfield from various airside areas throughout the terminals.

Airlines

Philadelphia Airport is served by the following airlines: Aer Lingus • Air Canada • Alaska Airlines • American Airlines • British Airways • Delta Air Lines • Frontier Airlines • Icelandair • JetBlue • Lufthansa • Qatar Airways • Southwest Airlines • Spirit Airlines • United Airlines.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

PHL airport is served by the bus routes (SEPTA): Route 37 to/from South Philadelphia and Chester, Pa.; Route 108 to/from 69th Street Transportation Center; Route 115 to/from Suburban Square in Ardmore. At the time of this update, the single-ride transit fare is $2.50.

Car Rentals

The following agencies provide on-site car rental service: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz and National. Vehicle pick-up is at Zone 2, just outside of Baggage Claim.

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Hotel Shuttles

Some local hotels provide guest airport shuttle service. The hotel shuttle stop is at Zone 4. Contact your hotel for shuttle service availability.

Limousines and Shared Ride Services

Visit the Ground Transportation Information Desk in all baggage claim areas to hire a limousine or executive sedan or to make a reservation for a shared ride shuttle service from the airport.

Taxi

Taxis operating at this airport are metered, with a minimum $10 charge from the airport to any destination except downtown, which is subject to a flat rate. At the time of this update, the flat rate downtown charge is $28.50.

Train

The SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) Airport Regional Rail Line connects the airport to central Philadelphia via train. Passengers can use this service to get from the airport to stations in Center City and connections to Amtrak, additional regional trains and the Greyhound Bus Station. All stations along this line are wheelchair accessible. For more information, visit the SEPTA website.

Last updated: 2026-01-16

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.