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Trenton Mercer Airport

Transportation to Pittsburgh Airport from the City Center

Allegheny County Airport

There are three options in Pittsburgh to get to the airport: rental cars, taxis or buses that are the single public transport option.

Taxi

Due to the fact that the airport is located at a distance from the center of the city and public transportation vehicles operate at certain hours and not working at nights, taxis are the most perfect alternative in terms of reliability and timing. The journey to the airport takes about 45 minutes by taxi.

Bus

Transportation to the airport by bus takes between 1 hour 15 minutes and 1 and a half hours depending on traffic intensity. The buses in Pittsburgh, whose schedules differ in weekdays and weekends, work until 24:25 at night. For those who fly in the morning, the first ride is at 05:55 in the morning.

Car Rental

Those who want to drive in Pittsburgh's traffic can easily rent a car from the rental companies and deliver these vehicles to the company's staff at the airport.

Airport Information

The Pittsburgh Airport, which is a decent airport, is also dazzling with its facilities. At the airport, which has two multi-storey terminal buildings, all passengers can use the high-speed wireless internet free of charge. The airport, which hosts artistic exhibition spaces, also has a maintenance room for the mothers, as well as meeting rooms for business travelers. At the terminals where Citizen's, PNC and First National ATMs are located, there are different possibilities ranging from playgrounds for children to special adult massage and spa halls.

Situated very close to the terminal buildings, the Hyatt Regency Hotel is an ideal place for passengers who need to stay before and after the flight. All the passengers can benefit from the hotel where there are many options such as sauna, pool, restaurant, bar and fitness room. One of the alternatives that allow passengers to have a good and enjoyable time during the long wait times at the airport is the shopping malls and the eating and drinking places.

Among the stores you can shop at the airport are Armani Jeans, Best Buy Express, Bottega dei Sapori, Birghton Collectibles, Brooks Brothers, Brookstone, Collezioni, Creative Kidstuff, Desigual, Erwin Pearl, FlyBy Sports, Furla, GNC, Hudson Booksellers, Hugo Boss, InMotion, Johnston & Murphy, Lacoste, Metalsmiths Sterling , Nine West, Pandora, Paradies Travel Mart, Knickers, Radio Road, Sportzburgh, Sunglass Hut, Tumi, XpressSpa and Zozo.

Among the places where you can eat and drink are Baron Symz, Burgh Sportz Bar, City of Bridges Cafe, TGI Friday's, Martini, Vino Volo, Quaker Steak & Lube, Auntine Anne's, Bottega dei Sapori, Bruegger's Bagels, Cinnabon, Currito, Green Beans Coffee, Mayorga Coffee, McDonalds, Nature's Kitchen, Pinkbery, Rice & Noddle, Villa Italian Kitchen and Starbucks.

Last Updated: 11 Jan 2017

Pittsburgh International Airport

There are three transportation options to Pittsburgh International Airport: taxis, buses, which is the only mode of public transportation available, and car rental.

Taxi

As the city centre is a considerable distance from the airport, and late-night public transportation is not available, taxis are the fastest and most reliable mode of transportation. The travel duration from downtown Pittsburgh to the airport with a taxi is approximately 45 minutes.

Bus

Considering traffic, travel from the city centre to the airport with a bus varies from 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. Bus departure times vary between weekdays and weekends. The buses usually operate from 05.50 until 00.25.

Car Rental

You can rent a vehicle if you would like to get into the mix of Pittsburgh’s traffic. Due to the presence of many car rental companies in the airport and city centre, hiring a vehicle is easy. You can return your car rental to a company representative at the airport.

Airport Information

Pittsburgh International Airport, with its two multi-storey terminal buildings, is worthy of the city. All passengers can take advantage of the free and fast wireless internet available. Art exhibitions can be found in certain sections of the airport, as well as rooms designed for mothers with infants, and meeting rooms for business travellers. Furthermore, the airport is equipped with Citizen’s, PNC, and First National ATM machines. Games rooms for children and the private spa and massage centres that help relieve travel fatigue for adults, are some of the facilities available at the airport.  

With its proximity to the terminal, the Hyatt Regency hotel is an ideal accommodation option for travellers before and after a flight. Travellers can enjoy the leisure facilities on offer at the Hyatt Regency, which include a sauna, swimming pool, fitness centre, restaurants, and bars.

Travellers awaiting their flight can enjoy the shopping and dining experience at Pittsburgh International Airport.  

Armani Jeans, Best Buy Express, Bottega dei Sapori, Birghton Collectibles, Brooks Brothers, Brookstone, Collezioni, Creative Kidstuff, Desigual, Erwin Pearl, FlyBy Sports, Furla, GNC, Hudson Booksellers, Hugo Boss, InMotion, Johnston&Murphy, Lacoste, Metalsmiths Sterling, Nine West, Pandora, Paradies Travel Mart, Knickers, Radio Road, Sportzburgh, Sunglass Hut, Tumi, XpressSpa and Zozo are among the stores that travellers can shop at.

For a good dining experience, travellers can eat and drink at several restaurants and cafes, including: Bar Symon, Burgh Sportz Bar, City of Bridges Cafe, TGI Friday's, Martini, Vino Volo, Quaker Steak&Lube, Auntine Anne's, Boar's Head Cafe, Bottega dei Sapori, Bruegger's Bagels, Cinnabon, Currito, Green Beans Coffee, Mayorga Coffee, McDonalds, Nature's Kitchen, Pinkbery, Rice&Noddle, Villa Italian Kitchen and Starbucks.

Last Updated: 21 Nov 2016

Transportation to Philadelphia City Center from Airport

Mustin Alf Airport

It is known as the largest and most developed city of Pennsylvania, located in the east of the United States of America. Philadelphia is also home to one of the state’s busiest airports.

Philadelphia airport, which welcomes its passengers at a distance of 15 kilometers of the city, attracts as much interest as the city itself, with the facilities it offers, its domestic and international flights. In Philadelphia, passengers can also take advantage of many different means of transportation when traveling to the city center from the airport. This airport offers unique services for its passengers.

In Philadelphia, bus is the most economical option for going to the center of the city from the airport. Those who do not want to be affected by the possible traffic can get on the trains. You can also reach the center of the city by renting a car. Particularly for those who travel as a crowded group, shuttle services can be recommended. Limousines are also at the service of the passengers who want to travel in the city comfortably and luxuriously.

Train

Once you've reached Philadelphia Airport, you can easily find the train station located in the terminal building and get to the city center by using the trains that are operating every 30 minutes. The ticket price of these trains in Philadelphia is also very budget friendly. One way ticket price is 8 dollars. The travel to the center of the city by train takes about 25 minutes. The trains carry passengers to the city center from 05:07 am to 00:07 am.

Bus

Another economical alternative for travelling to the city center from the airport is bus. By using the buses that you will see after leaving the terminal building of Philadelphia Airport, you can reach many parts of the city in an economical and comfortable way. At the A, B, C, D and E terminals of the airport, you can see the buses just outside the area where you receive your baggage. The passengers arriving to the F terminal can also easily reach the buses by coming to the E terminal. Ticket prices for buses are about 3 dollars.

Taxi

You can get to the city center with a quick and comfortable travel by getting on a taxi waiting just outside the area called Zone 5 at the airport. The taxis in the city work with taximeter system and there is not much chance of bargaining about the taxi fares. You must pay at least 10 dollars to travel anywhere in the city by taxi. Generally, you need to pay about 30 dollars for travelling to the city center from the airport. Also, remember that you need to pay at least 1 dollar for each passenger over the age of 12 if you will use a taxi in Philadelphia. You can also pay the fare by your credit card for all of the taxis offering service at the airport. If you have any questions about the taxi service, you can get in contact by calling 215-937-6958.

Shuttle and Limousine

At Philadelphia Airport passengers also have the chance of getting to the city center with comfortable shuttles and limousines. Luxurious shuttles and limousines are waiting for their passengers just outside the area called Zone 6 at the airport. If you wish, in Zone 7 you can also find services that you can use as a shared car. The fares for this service can vary in different periods. You can also contact 215-937-6958 to find out about the latest fares and to get detailed information about this service.

Car Rental

Car rental is one of the most preferred transportation alternatives in the city. It is very attractive option in the city thanks to the wide and ordered roads, the drivers who obey the traffic rules, and of course the comfortable American cars. Among the car rental companies that meet the passengers in the city, there are famous brands such as AVIS, Alamo, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz and National. Before your travel, you can visit the websites of these companies to analyze the vehicle options and make a reservation for the vehicle you want to rent. Remember that one of most important conditions for renting a car in the city is to have a valid driver's license.

Private Car

If you want to get to the city center of Philadelphia from the airport by your own car, you just need to follow certain directions. After you leave the airport, the I-95 South or I-76 East roads will lead you to the center of Philadelphia in a very short time. By following I-95 South, you can also reach NJ Turnpike.

Bicycle

Bicycle is one of the commonly used means of transportation in the city. The situation is not so different when travelling from the airport to the city center. Thanks to the ordered roads and generally little traffic in Philadelphia, it is possible to get from the airport to the city center by using your bicycle. Moreover, you have the possibility to leave your bicycle for up to 72 hours in the parking areas at the airport. By bicycle, you reach the Platt Bridge region by fallowing the road PA 291 West.

Last Updated: 10 Sep 2017

Philadelphia Intl. Airport

Passengers who want to reach the city from Philadelphia International Airport are provided with public transportation by trains. In addition to renting private cars at the airport, the passengers can rent a limousine with a private driver and go whenever they wish by making a unique city tour. Among all alternatives, taxis stand out as the means of transportation mostly preferred by passengers.

Taxi

All City Cabs, Capital, City Cab, Cresent, Liberty, Olde City, PHL Cab, Quaker City, Victory and Yellow Cab companies at Philadelphia International Airport are charging fixed rates to take the passengers to the city center. Travelers can pay by cash or credit card. Starting with the second person, there is a $ 1 charge for each extra person, in addition to the fixed rate. There is no extra charge for passengers under 12 years old.

Train

Trains with departure point F Terminal pass through the terminals E, D, C, B and A, respectively, to transport passengers to the Jefferson Railway Station in the city center. Trains, with an interval of half an hour, operate between 05:07 and midnight. Passengers wanting to board the train need to buy tickets from the counters before traveling.

Limousine Rental

The staff at the information desk at the airport next to the luggage delivery areas in the terminal communicates with American Limo, Atlantic Sedan Service, Delaware Express and Tropiano rental companies for those passengers who want to rent a limousine. You can information on fees and other matters from the staff, rent your limousine and pay the fare to limousine drivers by cash or credit card.

Car Rental

You can rent a car 24/7 from the offices of Hertz, Avis, National, Dollar and Enterprise companies located in Philadelphia International Airport's extensive park area to get to the city center.

Last Updated: 30 Apr 2017

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Which airports can I use for Pittsburgh-Philadelphia flights?

For Pittsburgh-Philadelphia flights, you can use Allegheny County Airport, Pittsburgh International Airport as departure airport, and Mustin Alf Airport, Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Intl. Airport, Philadelphia Railway Station, Essington Airport, Trenton Mercer Airport, Wings Field Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Pittsburgh-Philadelphia and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Pittsburgh-Philadelphia is 413 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Pittsburgh-Philadelphia flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Pittsburgh-Philadelphia flights is Tuesday.

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