Direct (nonstop) flights from Boston to Philadelphia

3 airlines fly nonstop from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's 279 miles (449 km), about 1h 39m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines.

BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
279 mi
449 km
CO₂/pax
52 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
American Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
BOS → PHL
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
279 mi
JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
BOS → PHL
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
279 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
BOS → PHL
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
279 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Boston to Philadelphia with one stop · direct emits 52 kg CO₂ per passenger

BOS MVY (Martha's Vineyard) PHL
Leg 1: 40m (70 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (265 mi) Total: ~2h 9m 🍃 87 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → MVY
40m · 70 mi
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Leg 2
MVY → PHL
1h 29m · 265 mi
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BOS HYA (Hyannis) PHL
Leg 1: 35m (62 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (288 mi) Total: ~2h 9m 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → HYA
35m · 62 mi
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Leg 2
HYA → PHL
1h 34m · 288 mi
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BOS MDT (Middletown) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 41m (334 mi) Leg 2: 58m (83 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+96% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → MDT
1h 41m · 334 mi
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Leg 2
MDT → PHL
58m · 83 mi
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BOS ACK (Nantucket) PHL
Leg 1: 51m (91 mi) Leg 2: 1h 49m (288 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 95 kg CO₂ (+83% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → ACK
51m · 91 mi
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Leg 2
ACK → PHL
1h 49m · 288 mi
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BOS SYR (Syracuse) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 22m (264 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+123% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BOS → SYR
1h 22m · 264 mi
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Leg 2
SYR → PHL
1h 19m · 227 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Boston to Philadelphia?

A nonstop flight from Boston (BOS) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes approximately 1 hours and 39 minutes. The distance is 279 miles (449 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Boston to Philadelphia?

3 airlines: American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Boston to Philadelphia?

Yes. 3 airlines: American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines.

How far is Boston from Philadelphia?

The flight distance from Boston to Philadelphia is 279 miles (449 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Boston to Philadelphia?

At 1h 39m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Boston to Philadelphia?

Roughly 52 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 260 km.

Is the return flight from Philadelphia to Boston also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Boston to Philadelphia?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Boston Logan International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.