Philadelphia Airport
In this section you will find some of the more entertaining comments, traveller airport reviews as well as our Philadelphia Airport Guide with info on WiFi, lounges, facilities and services....and yes, even the names of some airport hotels in case you decide that sleeping in the airport is not for you!
Traveller Comments....
"Philadelphia may be the worst airport in God's creation. " (Screwtape)
"Every gate has a minimum of 2--usually FIVE--US Airways employees all chatting, having a great time. " (Screwtape)
"I had back problems for the next week because of the chair I slept in. " (Jody)
"Was screamed at by angry Americans when noticed the Canadian flag on my backpack. Were very angry that Canada was not participating in the Iraq war and felt they should tell me all about this." (Caitlin R.)
Recent Review
by TedStripes
PROS:
Kind staff
Free Blankets/pillow/snacks/water
24 hour restaurant
No armrests
CONS:
Bucket seats (not comfortable)
Cold (their blanket will keep you warm though)
Older airport, gives it a dirtier/less pleasant feel
Vacuum cleaners/music can get loud
Reading some of these reviews, I found myself unprepared and rather... scared. It wasn't that bad, though.
We found ourselves exiting our plane onto Terminal A-east where there was an armrest on every seat... it was also quiet and empty... eerily empty, so we ventured further into the airport.
Unsure about what to do, we asked a kind man at the information desk who told us that Terminals B&C were good, and C was nearby a 24 hour Au Bon Pain restaurant, then he got us blankets, pillows, water, and some snacks.
Not too far down C, you will find that there isn't a single armrest in sight, but they are bucket seats which hurt the back. It wasn't bad though.
In the (large) gate we were at, about 6-8 other people were spread around it quite spaciously. Almost everyone had the blankets and pillows so I assume the airport officials weren't waiting to be asked.
The last review for this airport was in 2011. Have you been there recently? Tell us about it!
Philadelphia Airport Guide
If you are stranded at the Philadelphia Airport as a result of an emergency or weather delay that results in flight cancellations, the Airport's Hospitality Program provides passengers with hotel and ground transportation information as well as snacks, pillows, blankets and other comfort items.
Airport Lounges
Day passes can be purchased to enter these airline lounges at the Philadelphia airport:
- United Red Carpet Club Lounge
- American Admiral's Club Lounge
- US Airways Club - Concourse A
- US Airways Club - Concourse B/C
- US Airways Club - Concourse F
- USO - Terminal A East
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Philadelphia Airport does not appeal to you, there is a hotel at the airport....
- Philadelphia Airport Marriott - To access, take the sky bridge from Terminal B
Other hotels near the airport that offer free airport shuttle: Hilton • aloft • Hampton Inn
Airport WiFi / Internet
Free wireless internet access is available at the Philadelphia airport.
More Services, Facilities and Things to Do at the Airport
- Food
The airport has a "Street Pricing" policy, which means that the prices at the airport are the same as out on the street.
Landside: Au Bon Pain, Wendy's, Sbarro and many others
Airside: McDonalds, Le Bistro, Guava & Java, Au Bon Pain, Jet Rock Bar & Grill, Burger King and many others
- Minute Suites
A pricey option if you are looking for a private room to nap, relax or work. Each suite has a daybed sofa, pillows, fresh blankets, sound masking system, HDTV, desk, phone, WiFi access. Location: Terminal A-B Link. Rates: US$ 30 for 1 hr and $7.50 for each 15-minute interval thereafter. - Luggage Carts
$4 Rental Fee - they accept credit cards, of course! - Showers
There are no showers at this airport. - Luggage Storage / Lockers
Unknown - Car Rentals
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National. Located: Zone 2, outside the baggage claim area - Business Services
Internet access, Faxes, Photocopies. Location: Terminal A East, B Connector - Children's Play Areas
Located: Terminal D, Gate D10 / Terminal A East, Gate A1 - Art in the Airport
Exhibitions are available throughout the airport.
Airport Hours
open 24 hours
Philadelphia Travel Sites
- Philadelphia Hotels - search for deals, check availability and read reviews
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Last Updated: 31 Oct 2010 | Source: Philadelphia International Airport
The information in this Airport Guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airport's and their web sites. When you see "information not available" and "unknown", the airport has a lousy web site and/or has been uncooperative in providing information. The information above is subject to change without notice. Use it for informational purposes only to help you during your stay. To report errors, or to add/change any items quoted in the guide, please email me.
