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Flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is February, where tickets cost C$ 336 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 727 and C$ 686 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 49 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and Philadelphia per day?

Each day, there are between 10 and 11 nonstop flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in Philadelphia, with an average flight time of 5h 08m. The most common departure time is 10:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 74 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Thursday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and Philadelphia?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 6:05 am and will be landing in Philadelphia at 2:12 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia jets off at 11:35 pm and lands at 7:40 am.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (29% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Philadelphia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

  • Can I fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    Yes, if you are looking for a direct flight to Philadelphia from Los Angeles, you are in luck. There are fairly frequent direct departures each day, most of them being operated by American Airlines and a few operated by Spirit Airlines.

  • What other cities does Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) serve?

    Aside from the city of Philadelphia, PHL can serve as an easy access point to many nearby cities, including Allentown, Pennsylvania, and Trenton, New Jersey. Newark, New Jersey, is also nearby, as well as Wilmington, Delaware. PHL is also not that far from New York City, so flying into PHL and then taking ground transport into NYC may be a cheaper option to get to New York.

  • Are there any services for travelers with pets at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Yes, if you are bringing your pet through LAX with you on your travels, there’s no need to worry. There are several pet relief stations located throughout the airport. Outdoor pet relief areas are at Terminals 5 and 7 outside of the baggage claim area. Indoor pet relief stations are located in Terminal 1 near baggage claim before security, Terminal 1 near gate 13, Terminal 2 near gate 21A, in the Tom Bradley International Terminal near the Great Hall and near Gate 205, Terminal 4 near the TBIT Connector, Terminal 5 near gate 50B, Terminal 6 near gate 62, and Terminal 7 near gate 71A.

  • Can I reach Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) from the Downtown Los Angeles area using public transport?

    Yes, you can take the Metro Green Line to Aviation Station. Here, exit the metro and take the free “M” shuttle bus directly to the airport. If you don’t want to use the metro, you can also take the “Lot South/City Bus Center” shuttle from the LAX City Bus Center.

  • What are the common layovers if I don’t fly directly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    If you opt for a flight with a layover in order to save money, you can expect layovers in different locations based on the airline you choose to fly with. Spirit Airlines typically has layovers in Atlanta (ATL) or Orlando (MCO). If you choose to fly with multiple airlines, such as Spirit Airlines and Frontier, you can expect a layover in Nashville (BNA). American Airlines, however, does not offer flights with one stop to PHL from LAX at the moment.

  • Can I use a rideshare to get from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to my destination within Philadelphia?

    Yes, you can use an app such as Uber or Lyft if you need to get to your destination within Philadelphia via rideshare after arriving at the airport. If this is your chosen mode of transport, pick up your baggage before following the signs marked “Ride App/Zone 7”. The pickup locations are on S. Commercial Road outside of each baggage claim area. 

  • Are there onsite hotels at Philadelphia International Airport?

    Yes, conveniently for travelers there is an onsite hotel at Philadelphia International Airport. The Philadelphia Airport Marriott is directly connected to Philadelphia International Airport, making it ideal for travelers arriving late at night, whether it is due to a delay or other factors. Additionally, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Airport and Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport are just adjacent to the airport and offer free shuttle service to and from the airport.

  • Can I fly from Los Angeles to Philadelphia non-stop?

    Airlines such as Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines all offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. There are also one-stop flights available via airlines such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier Airlines. Common layover cities on such one-stop flights include Denver, Atlanta, and Chicago.

  • What is the quickest way from Philadelphia International Airport to downtown Philadelphia?

    Downtown Philadelphia is a breeze to reach from Philadelphia International Airport, thanks to the Airport Regional Rail Line train service. Trains run every half-hour, with stops at the airport’s various terminals and throughout the city on the way to the city center.

  • What facilities are available for travelers with pets at Philadelphia International Airport?

    Philadelphia International Airport is a very pet-friendly airport, with eight designated “Pet Ports” located across each of the airport’s terminals. There are also seven more additional outdoor pet relief areas with four in the Departures area and three in the Arrivals area of the airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight route: American Airlines, JetBlue, Iberia, Vueling, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, and United Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Los Angeles and Philadelphia.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Philadelphia from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Philadelphia with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Philadelphia from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

  • Those traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) who will be having a loved one pick them up at the airport should know that their ride should make use of the Cell Phone Waiting Lot. The lot is free to use for up to 1 hour and is just a 1 minute drive to the passenger pickup curb.
  • Those traveling from Los Angeles to Philadelphia with limited mobility will be glad to know that both LAX and PHL are ADA-compliant airports. This means that they have braille signage, wheelchair-accessible facilities, wheelchairs for rent, as well as professional assistance services available to help you navigate the airport. Contact your airline at least 48 hours in advance if you plan to take advantage of these services.
  • If you have an early morning flight to Philadelphia from Los Angeles, it’s worth considering getting a hotel near LAX for the night to avoid the stressful morning commute, especially in LA traffic. Hotels near the airport with free shuttle service include the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel and the Hilton Los Angeles Airport.
  • Did you get to the airport an hour or two too early? One way to spend your extra time is to pay a visit to Los Angeles International Airport’s Theme Building and Observation Deck. Located in the Central Terminal Area, the Theme Building and Observation Deck are open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m on the second weekend of each month.
  • Families traveling with children may want to consider stopping by Los Angeles International Airport’s children’s play area. The “LAX Beach” play area can be found in Tom Bradley International Terminal and is the only public play area in the airport. There is also a premium play area in the Alaska Lounge in Terminal 6. As for Philadelphia International Airport, there is a children’s play area in Terminal A.
  • Looking for an educational activity during your time in Philadelphia International Airport? The Free Library in between Terminals D and E is just the place. It is a virtual library with complimentary ebooks and podcasts that visitors can download to read on the spot or save for the flight ahead.
  • Philadelphia International Airport’s rental car facilities are found in separate facilities from the airport, with rental car companies offering complimentary pick-up and dropoff from Zone 9 on South Commercial Road outside the airport’s Arrivals area.
  • For travelers flying with American Airlines on their flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, why not stop by one of the American Airlines Admirals Clubs in Philadelphia International Airport during your time in the airport? The airport’s Admirals Clubs are found in Concourse A East and A West, the Concourse Connector between Concourses B and C, and in Concourse F.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Monday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Friday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

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Nonstop returns

Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Monday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +8 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +9 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +8 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +9 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +7 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +8 more

Friday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +8 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +9 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +8 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +9 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui,American Airlines, +8 more

Aer Lingus,Air Tahiti Nui, +9 more

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One-way flight deals

directAmerican Airlines
5h 10mLAX-PHL
directQatar Airways
5h 09mLAX-PHL
directAer Lingus
5h 10mLAX-PHL
directFiji Airways
5h 06mLAX-PHL
directQantas Airways
5h 10mLAX-PHL
directChina Southern
5h 10mLAX-PHL
directIberia
5h 07mLAX-PHL
directAir Tahiti Nui
5h 07mLAX-PHL
directSpirit Airlines
5h 13mLAX-PHL
directBritish Airways
5h 10mLAX-PHL

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Los Angeles - Philadelphia Flights

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Destination:

Philadelphia (PHL)United States

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Philadelphia - Los Angeles

Cabin classes:

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