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Airport Communications Center
For general airport, airline information and language assistance, the Airport Communications Center is available 24 hours a day, by calling (215) 937-6937 or TDD: (215) 937-6755.

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Airport Information Services
Airport Information Counters are located in each terminal. General information and assistance, worldwide airport operating conditions and weather updates are just a few of the technological and customer service options available to all passengers. This complimentary service is offered 24 hours a day in Terminals B and C and from 7:00 AM-11:00 PM in all other terminals.

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Automated Teller Machines (ATM)

Currently, there are fifteen (15) Automated Teller Machine (ATM) locations throughout the Airport. These locations are as follows:

  • Terminal A-West: International Arrivals Hall and departures level between Travelex and Duty Free
  • Terminal A-East: Baggage claim and main terminal
  • Terminal A/B Link: Currency one
  • Terminal B: Main terminal and concourse at Gate B-8
  • Terminal B/C: Baggage claim and food court
  • Terminal C: Main terminal and concourse next to the food court
  • Terminal D: Main terminal and concourse next to Gate D-5
  • Terminal E: Main terminal
  • Terminal F: Hub next to food court

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Check Cashing Facility
Passengers and employees can utilize the many services provided by Ace Cash Express, the check cashing facility located on the passenger walkway between Terminals A and B. Current services include check cashing, lottery tickets, faxing, and money orders.

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Communication with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Speech disabled community
Philadelphia International Airport has installed two Interpretype® devices that provide a means of non-verbal, face to face communication to connect the non-signing hearing community with the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Speech disabled community. These two devices are located at the Information Counters located at Terminal B (inside the security checkpoint) and Terminal D (before the security checkpoint).

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Duty Free Shops

International Shoppes offers duty-free merchandise to international passengers in Terminals A-West and A-East. Passengers on non-stop international flights can purchase duty free items such as liquor, cigarettes, perfume, and watches prior to boarding.

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Elevators and Escalators

Elevators and escalators are available between the lower and upper levels in the ticketing and baggage claim areas and in some concourse areas. Elevators are in each of the seven terminals and parking garages. Braille signage and raised numbers identify these services.

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Flight and Gate Information
Passengers can acquire flight arrival and departure times as well as gate assignments by calling 1-800-PHL-GATE (1-800-745-4283), or by visiting the Flight Info section of this web site. The web site information can be sorted by airline, city or time.

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Food, Beverage and Retail Program

Philadelphia International Airport and its master developer, MarketPlace/Redwood, have rejuvenated the Airport with quality name-brand local and national products. Passengers can now enjoy quality merchandise at competitive street pricing. Vibrant mobile vending carts adorn the concourse areas of each terminal. Additionally, joining the retail development throughout the Airport's seven terminals is Philadelphia MarketPlace at the Airport. This is the first time that an airport has taken an existing terminal and redesigned it with such a level of passenger amenities. Philadelphia International Airport continues to focus on the needs of our passengers and we are thrilled to provide a variety of quality products and convenient services for our valued customers. For a complete listing of food, beverage, retail and other services available, please consult the Food & Shops section of this web site.


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Hospitality Program

This program was developed to assist stranded passengers during emergency and weather situations. During such instances, passengers are provided with hotel and ground transportation information as well as complimentary items such as snacks, pillows, blankets, diapers, etc.

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Language Assistance

International travelers can conveniently get language assistance anywhere in the Airport by calling the Communications Center from any white Airport information telephone or by speaking directly to a bilingual receptionist at the Passenger Assistance Counter located at the exit to U.S. Customs in the Terminal A-West baggage claim area.

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Luggage Carts

Luggage carts are available throughout the Airport to assist passengers with their baggage for a fee of $3.00, which can be paid for with credit cards.

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Mail Facilities
Self-service postal centers are located in on the A-B walkway near Terminal A-East and on the C-D walkway near Terminal D. There are FedEx drop boxes at these locations as well as in Terminal E. A UPS drop box is located in at the self-service postal center on the C-D walkway. The UPS store on the A-B walkway near Terminal B offers a variety of postal services. Mailboxes are located in Terminal A-West near Gate A-17; in Terminal A-East near Gate A-1; on the Terminal C/D Walkway near Terminal D; Terminal D pre-security next to the Information Counter; Terminal E pre-security across from the Information Counter; Terminal F near Gate F-10.

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Travelex

Passengers are provided with a number of services including: flight insurance, foreign currency exchange, a public notary, global link phone cards and fax machines. Travelex has locations in Terminal A-West, the International Arrivals Hall, Terminal A-East and Terminal D.

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Please Touch Aviation Station

Ideal for children ages 1 to 7, the Aviation Play Station is located in Terminal D adjacent to Gate D-10 and in Terminal A-East near Gate A-1. The Aviation Play Station features interactive displays specifically designed to introduce children to the exciting world of aviation. Hands-on items include a jumbo-jet where children can get inside to be both passengers and crewmember, and a smaller airplane featuring hand controls where children can activate a spinning propeller. The Aviation Play Station serves as a welcome refuge to passengers traveling with children by not only serving as a play area, but as an educational tool as well.

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Restrooms

Accessible restrooms are available throughout the main terminal area, in the concourse areas and baggage claim. Additionally, some facilities are equipped with children's changing tables. Family restrooms are also located throughout the Airport.

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Shoe-Shine Stands

Locations are in Terminals A-East, B, D and F.

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Telephones

Public telephone banks are located throughout the Airport complex and meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) height restrictions. Telephones with amplified volume controls are standard to most telephones, and all phones are hearing-aid compatible.

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Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TDD Phones)

Currently, there are 22 public TDD phones located throughout the Airport. Locator signs for the closest TDD phones are positioned at each bank of telephones in the Airport.

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Wireless Internet Access

The Airport offers wireless Internet access from more than 40 access points in the secure areas of every terminal. A fee is required for wireless access from Monday thru Friday. There are several purchase options available to customers, including a 24-hour connection for $7.95 or a monthly unlimited option for $39.95.

College students can access the Internet for free every day by presenting their student ID at any Airport Information Counter and obtaining an authorization code for Internet access. Wireless Internet access is free for everyone on weekends.

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Workstations

The Airport provides more than 100 semi-private workstations throughout the boarding gate areas of all terminals. These units consist of a pay telephone, outlets, worktable and bench.

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