Transfers to and from Philadelphia International Airport

Philadelphia International Airport provides effective, safe, and efficient transportation for its customers. Transportation services to and from Philadelphia Airport include rental cars, taxis, rideshares, shuttles, trains, and public buses.

Before leaving your home, know what items are allowed in your carry-on bag, what you can pack in your checked baggage, and what items are prohibited.

Planning transfer options before hitting the road will give you peace of mind. Finally, travelers should only transact at the airport counters and other legitimate establishments for their safety.

Rental Car Services at Philadelphia International Airport

Several car rental companies provide transportation services at Philadelphia International Airport. All rental car shuttles pick-up from ZONE 2 (Rental Car Shuttles) on Arrivals Road. See and compare all rental car companies at Philadelphia International Airport.

Rental agencies provide frequent free shuttles between all Baggage Claim locations throughout the airport and their rental car facility.

When ready to return your vehicle to the car rental center, drive back to the airport and follow the Rental Car Return signs as you near the terminal. Remove all personal items before turning over the rented vehicle.

Considering you still need to catch a flight, allow plenty of time for your drive to the airport.

If you’re not sure where to go, give the rental company a call. Other than finding their phone numbers in the rental paperwork, you could ask for their updated contact details at the office.

Ride Shares at Philadelphia International Airport

Upon arrival at the airport terminal, pick up your baggage and proceed to the Arrivals Road, ZONE 7 (Ride Share App Service) of Ground Transportation Center. Rideshare vehicles pick up their customers at this location.

Passengers can reserve rideshare by downloading the company’s app on their smartphone and coordinating directly with their driver.

Taxis at Philadelphia International Airport

Taxis are at ZONE 5 (Taxicabs), near the South Commercial Roadway at the Ground Transportation Area.

The city government uses a Flat Rate taxi fare scheme. For example, the flat-rate fare from Center City Zone to Philadelphia International Airport is $28.50 regardless of the number of passengers in the vehicle.

If you need to travel outside the city area, please consult your driver for rates.

Most taxis will accept either cash payment or a major credit card, but it is helpful to ask in advance. It is also customary to give the driver a tip (15-20% of the fare) for a good service. More information about taxis to and from Philadelphia International Airport.

Trains at Philadelphia International Airport

The best travel option when traveling between Center City and Philadelphia International Airport is by Regional Rail.

Trains stop at all major Philadelphia International Airport terminals, including Terminal A (East), Terminal B, Terminal C/D, Terminal E/F, Eastwick, Penn Medicine, 30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Temple.

A one-way fare is $2.50. Please prepare the exact fare amount. More about train services to and from Philadelphia International Airport.

Buses at Philadelphia International Airport

SEPTA buses at the airport pick up and drop off passengers at ZONE 1 (SEPTA Bus), Arrivals Road of the Airport Ground Transportation Center.

• Bus Route 37: from South Philadelphia to Chester, Pennsylvania
• Bus Route 108: from the airport to 69th Street Transportation Center

A one-way fare is $2.50. Please prepare the exact fare amount. More about bus services at Philadelphia International Airport.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Philadelphia International Airport

Many hotels in Philadelphia provide shuttle services. Passengers may confirm with their local hotel if this is available at their accommodation.

Shuttles pick up and drop off passengers at the Ground Transportation Center.

Parking at Philadelphia International Airport

The airport provides onsite and offsite parking options 24/7. Shuttles are available to transport customers to/from the location. More information about long and short-term parking at Philadelphia International Airport.

As of this writing, PHL encourages travelers to use public transit systems whenever possible.