Philadelphia International Airport

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(215) 937-6937

8800 Essington Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19153 39.8957 -75.2376

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Neighborhoods: Eastwick/Southwest Philadelphia, Southwest Philadelphia

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Last updated 1.14.12

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In Short – Philadelphia International Airport officially opened in 1940 as Philadelphia Municipal Airport. Compact yet robust, the airport has six terminals, including Terminal F, which handles mostly regional traffic. There also is an international terminal, which accomodates 12 wide-body gates. USAir takes up the bulk of PHL's traffic, but American also has a sizeable presence. The airport gallery presents regular exhibitions of local and nationally known artists in each terminal. A miniature version of kids' learning playhouse Please Touch Museum is in Concourse E.

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Know Before You Go:: Taxis from the airport to Center City take approximately 30 minutes and cost around $24.
The Extras:: Rent a car at any of the baggage claim areas, then pick it up at Zone 2 outside.
Save Money:: SEPTA's R1 line goes to the airport. Tickets to or from any Center City Station (30th Street, Suburban Station, Market East) cost $5.
Parking:: If you think you may have to wait for your party to arrive, it's best to park in one of the airport lots. Parking costs $6, and shuttles connect the lots to all terminals.
What to Eat:: Culinary highlights include a smaller version of the locally-owned Dock Street Brewpub and an outpost of gourmet shop Caviar Assouline. Fast food chains and snack kiosks also abound, but be warned: If you have an early morning departure or arrival, many places might not be open.

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08/12/02

PIA is Ok

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The Philadelphia airport has a lot of space dedicated to retail. There are the usual bars and restaurants and stores. Once difference is that everything is new (renovated within the last 2 years). Moving walkways are available in between terminals and you can plug in your laptop if you choose your seat wisely.