Direct (nonstop) flights from Philadelphia to Boston

3 airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). It's 279 miles (449 km), about 1h 29m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines.

PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
Flight Time
1h 29m
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 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
PHL → BOS
Flight Time
1h 29m
Distance
279 mi
JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
PHL → BOS
Flight Time
1h 29m
Distance
279 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
PHL → BOS
Flight Time
1h 29m
Distance
279 mi

Alternative Routes

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

PHL MVY (Martha's Vineyard) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 26m (265 mi) Leg 2: 40m (70 mi) Total: ~2h 6m 🍃 87 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → MVY
1h 26m · 265 mi
View PHL to MVY flights →
Leg 2
MVY → BOS
40m · 70 mi
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PHL HYA (Hyannis) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 32m (288 mi) Leg 2: 41m (62 mi) Total: ~2h 13m 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → HYA
1h 32m · 288 mi
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Leg 2
HYA → BOS
41m · 62 mi
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PHL ACK (Nantucket) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (288 mi) Leg 2: 58m (91 mi) Total: ~2h 28m 🍃 95 kg CO₂ (+83% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → ACK
1h 30m · 288 mi
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Leg 2
ACK → BOS
58m · 91 mi
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PHL MDT (Middletown) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 2m (83 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (334 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+96% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → MDT
1h 2m · 83 mi
View PHL to MDT flights →
Leg 2
MDT → BOS
1h 33m · 334 mi
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PHL SYR (Syracuse) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 25m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (264 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+123% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → SYR
1h 25m · 227 mi
View PHL to SYR flights →
Leg 2
SYR → BOS
1h 15m · 264 mi
View SYR to BOS flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Philadelphia to Boston?

A nonstop flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Boston (BOS) takes approximately 1 hours and 29 minutes. The distance is 279 miles (449 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia to Boston?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Boston?

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

How far is Philadelphia from Boston?

The flight distance from Philadelphia to Boston 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 Philadelphia to Boston?

At 1h 29m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Boston to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Boston?

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 Philadelphia International Airport for this flight?

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