Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $307 | Delta1 stop9 hrSat, Aug 29 — Sat, Sep 5 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is currently $307 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $154 | Delta1 stop9 hrWed, Sep 2 | The cheapest one-way flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is currently $154 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $431 | AmericanNonstop6 hrSat, Sep 12 — Sat, Sep 19 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is currently $431 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $384 | Delta1 stop8 hrSat, Aug 15 — Mon, Aug 17 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is currently $384 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $673 | Frontier1 stop13 hrSat, Oct 3 — Sat, Oct 10 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is currently $673 |
| Fastest flight | 5 hr 42 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles takes 5 hr 42 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Philadelphia to Los Angeles per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: $155–315 |
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| July Most expensive | Typical prices: $385–475 |
Popular airlines from Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- AmericanNonstopfrom $431Typical price: $360–56050 weekly nonstop flightsPHL - LAXEvery day665 weekly connecting flightsPHL - LAXEvery day
- Deltafrom $307Typical price: $435–640297 weekly connecting flightsPHL - LAXEvery day
- Unitedfrom $442Typical price: $400–600266 weekly connecting flightsPHL - LAXEvery day
- Southwestfrom $410Typical price: $395–570203 weekly connecting flightsPHL - LAXEvery day
- JetBluefrom $327Typical price: $415–90042 weekly connecting flightsPHL - LAXEvery day
- Frontierfrom $398Typical price: $200–46025 weekly connecting flightsPHL - LAXEvery day
Popular airports near Philadelphia
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Philadelphia center and popularity with travelers.
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)PhiladelphiaUnited States20 min7 mi
- LaGuardia Airport (LGA)New YorkUnited States2 hr 1 min88 mi
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)New YorkUnited States1 hr 55 min87 mi
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)NewarkUnited States1 hr 27 min73 mi
Popular airports near Los Angeles
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Los Angeles center and popularity with travelers.
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Los AngelesUnited States31 min12 mi
- Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)BurbankUnited States26 min12 mi
- Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)TijuanaMexico2 hr 23 min127 mi
- Ontario International Airport (ONT)OntarioUnited States46 min37 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles
The cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $155 to $315.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles recently found on Google Flights was with Delta from $307. The cheapest one-way flight was with Delta from $154.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest American flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $431, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $307, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest United flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $442, flying from Sep 11 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $410, flying from Sep 11 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $327, flying from Oct 22 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $398, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles starts at $307 from Sat, Aug 29 to Sat, Sep 5. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $154 and departs on Wed, Sep 2.
5 hr 42 min is the shortest flight time from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
Los Angeles is a year-round destination. The weather's mostly warm and mild, with hotter temperatures Jul–Oct. Arts and cultural events happen regularly, including film festivals such as LA Film Fest (Jun) and AFI Fest (Nov). In summer, there are free outdoor concerts and film screenings at venues across the city. Other major annual events include the Academy Awards (Feb/Mar) and the LA Marathon (Feb/Mar).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 50 nonstop flights and 665 connecting flights per week. American flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Other popular airlines flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are:
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 50 nonstop flights and 665 connecting flights per week. American flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Other popular airlines flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are:
- Delta offers 297 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- United offers 266 connecting flights per week. United flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- Southwest offers 203 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- JetBlue offers 42 connecting flights per week. JetBlue flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- Frontier offers 25 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles recently found on Google Flights was with Delta from $307. The cheapest one-way flight was with Delta from $154.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest American flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $431, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $307, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest United flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $442, flying from Sep 11 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $410, flying from Sep 11 to Sep 19.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $327, flying from Oct 22 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $398, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
American flies direct from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
- There are 50 American direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Philadelphia and Los Angeles at price $384 is offered by Delta from Sat, Aug 15 to Mon, Aug 17.
American flies direct from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
- There are 50 American direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles start at $431 from Sat, Sep 12 to Sat, Sep 19 with American.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles start at $673 from Sat, Oct 3 to Sat, Oct 10 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles start at $307 from Sat, Aug 29 to Sat, Sep 5.
To book business class trips from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Philadelphia and Los Angeles starts at $384 from Sat, Aug 15 to Mon, Aug 17 with Delta.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Philadelphia and Los Angeles at price $384 is offered by Delta from Sat, Aug 15 to Mon, Aug 17.
To find last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Popular trips from Philadelphia
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
- Orlando$98Aug 30 — Sep 8Nonstop2 hr 38 minFrontier
- Los Angeles$307Aug 22 — Aug 291 stop8 hr 17 minDelta
- Seattle$379Sep 3 — Sep 111 stop11 hr 24 minUnited
- Dublin$683Nov 8 — Nov 171 stop11 hr 25 minAmerican, British Airways
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