Philadelphia International Airport - Philadelphia PA Philadelphia Airport Flights

The Philadelphia International Airport sits in the Delaware Valley, and in 2008 managed to become the 10th busiest airport in the world. The airport runs very close to its projected maximum capacity, with more than 32 million passengers passing through annually. The airport generates more than $14 billion in revenue for the city as well.

Feasibility studies are underway for an expansion of the airport, or at the very least an extension of the runways. Currently, the airport is not 100% equipped to handle the new class of super-jumbo jets that will be the preference of many international carriers. As Philadelphia is the hub city for US Airways internationally, this is a major issue. Construction is underway, but it is not keeping up with the rate of expansion and the economic collapse of 2007 - 2009 has everything somewhat tense.

The Philadelphia International Airport currently has seven terminal buildings, each with their own lettered concourse. Carriers are clumped - Southwest has it's own area, which is currently being upgraded, while US Airways is merely maintaining its presence as domestic demand softens. International demand remains strong. Philadelphia has benefits from the overloading of JFK and LaGuardia as passengers who dislike delays are more and more often choosing to connect through Philly rather than sweat out a connection in NYC.

The airport is also very accessible on the ground for locals and connecting travelers. Taxis charge a flat fare from the airport into the city. Regional rail service connections are available, making the whole Northeast Corridor a possibility. Bus lines run to the airport from all over the city. Additionally, the many universities in the area offer seasonal shuttles to students free of charge and parents can hitch rides without too much trouble on these shuttles at Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter and Spring Break route times.