Question 1

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 2

Which airlines fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Only American Airlines operates flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles.

Question 3

Which airports can I use when flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Question 4

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 5

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.

Question 6

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 340 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to C$ 747 for direct.

Question 7

What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 63–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 8

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Question 9

Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 36% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 8% of one-stop connections

Question 10

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 665 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 774, a difference of C$ 109.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 11

At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 07m.

Question 12

How are flight departures from Philadelphia to Los Angeles spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights, with 51% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 16%, and Night flights for 0%.

Question 13

Which popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Los Angeles Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Question 14

What are the earliest and latest flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Philadelphia to Los Angeles:

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 1:12 pm
• Latest: departs at 8:19 pm and lands at 2:31 am.

The flight takes about 6h 12m.

Question 15

How expensive are last-minute Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the C$ 718 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 16

How long does a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles takes 6h 12m, covering 6,202 km.

Question 17

Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Question 18

Have flight prices from Philadelphia to Los Angeles changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 525 to C$ 4,529. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

Question 19

How are flight prices from Philadelphia to Los Angeles looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 297, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Question 20

How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights are:

• American Airlines: 85% on time
• Frontier: 79% on time
• Delta: 20% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time.

Question 21

What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

Question 22

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 58m, compared with 7h 16m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 26m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

Question 23

What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Philadelphia (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 24

What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 68 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

Question 25

How much should I expect to pay for a Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles range from C$ 605 to C$ 832, with an average of C$ 718 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 605 counts as a good deal.

Question 26

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines is the only airline on the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Question 27

How much is a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles typically range from C$ 605 to C$ 832. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 525, on Alaska Airlines.

Question 28

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

•January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles at C$ 665 round-trip.
•December (C$ 811) and November (C$ 785) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 30

When are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 31

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines (C$ 525) and Delta (C$ 536) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 32

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines has the most frequent direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles with 40 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 33

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last three months, Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights were delayed 15% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 3h 07m behind schedule.

Question 34

What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays. Night departures experience delays most often.

Question 35

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route, at only 11% of flights delayed. Thursday has the most delays at 20%.

Question 36

Which airline is the most punctual on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines is the most punctual airline on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights. 85% of flights were on time in the past three months.

Question 37

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route. 36% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

Question 38

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 340. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 39

Which route with a layover is the fastest from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Lambert-St Louis (STL) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Philadelphia to Los Angeles at 6h 58m one-way, 46m longer than the 6h 12m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 40

When flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Philadelphia to Los Angeles layovers at 3h 54m over the past three months.

Question 41

How many direct flights run daily between Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 5 to 6 flights per day from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, which is about 40 flights per week. Monday has the most departures with 15% of weekly flights.

Question 42

What time of day do most flights depart from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles depart in the morning, accounting for 51% of direct departures. Around 3 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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