Avoid the Drive and Fly to Philly This Summer

The City of Brotherly Love truly offers something for everyone. Rich American history, a vibrant art scene, delicious local food and, while certainly not Pittsburgh’s black and gold, competitive sports teams.

And now, travel between Pennsylvania’s two biggest cities has just gotten easier.

Beginning May 16, Frontier Airlines will offer two daily flights between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Frontier joins American Airlines in offering nonstop service and makes it easier than ever to visit the other side of the state to catch up with friends and relatives or explore all that the city has to offer over a long weekend.

What to See

Often referred to as the birthplace of the United States, Philadelphia is steeped in history, boasting a rich tapestry of iconic landmarks and historical sites. At the heart of the city stands Independence National Historical Park, a hallowed ground that preserves the birthplace of American freedom.

Explore the renowned Liberty Bell, an enduring symbol of independence, and Independence Hall, where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and adopted.

Next to Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross House offers a glimpse into the life of one of America’s most celebrated seamstresses. Ross is said to have crafted the first American flag in this historic dwelling. Now restored to reflect its 18th-century charm, visitors can explore the rooms where Ross lived and worked, making an intimate connection to the early days of the nation.

Before entering the Philadelphia Museum of Art, be sure to relive the well-known scene in Rocky, running (or walking) up the stone steps and taking a selfie with the statue of the cinematic boxer in the museum’s courtyard. Inside, enjoy more than 12,000 paintings, sculptures and other artworks.

If the Phillies are in town, enjoy an afternoon or evening baseball game at Citizens Bank Park and catch three-time Silver Slugger Award winner Bryce Harper. While the Pirates play the Phillies in April before Frontier’s flights begin, the 2023 World Series Champion Texas Rangers are in town for a three-game series May 21-23.