Direct (nonstop) flights from Dayton to Philadelphia

1 airline flys nonstop from James M Cox Dayton International (DAY) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's 477 miles (767 km), about 1h 43m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

DAY
James M Cox Dayton International
🇺🇸 Dayton, USA
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
477 mi
767 km
CO₂/pax
88 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
American Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
DAY → PHL
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
477 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dayton to Philadelphia with one stop · direct emits 88 kg CO₂ per passenger

DAY DCA (Washington) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (391 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (119 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAY → DCA
1h 35m · 391 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → PHL
1h 14m · 119 mi
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DAY IAD (Dulles) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (368 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (134 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAY → IAD
1h 35m · 368 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → PHL
1h 15m · 134 mi
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DAY MYR (Myrtle Beach) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (519 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (473 mi) Total: ~3h 22m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAY → MYR
1h 35m · 519 mi
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Leg 2
MYR → PHL
1h 47m · 473 mi
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DAY CLT (Charlotte) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 47m (369 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (447 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAY → CLT
1h 47m · 369 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → PHL
1h 46m · 447 mi
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DAY ORD (Chicago) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 32m (240 mi) Leg 2: 2h 9m (677 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+120% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAY → ORD
1h 32m · 240 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → PHL
2h 9m · 677 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dayton to Philadelphia?

A nonstop flight from Dayton (DAY) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes approximately 1 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 477 miles (767 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dayton to Philadelphia?

Just American Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dayton to Philadelphia?

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Dayton from Philadelphia?

The flight distance from Dayton to Philadelphia is 477 miles (767 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Dayton to Philadelphia?

At 1h 43m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 88 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 440 km.

Is the return flight from Philadelphia to Dayton 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 Dayton 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 James M Cox Dayton International for this flight?

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