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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles from £106

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — LAX
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£116

One-way from

£106

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£345
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/1-8/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 07m total
  • Philadelphia to Los Angeles
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 20/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 49m total
  • Philadelphia to Los Angeles
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Sat 21/1214:45PHL - LAX
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Tue 31/1214:15LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 18/12£349
Mon 23/1218:50PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/100:51LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12£402
Wed 18/1213:55PHL - LAX
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Wed 25/1212:25LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12£424
Tue 31/1211:56PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 07mSun Country Air
Thu 2/123:59LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 01mSun Country Air
Deal found 18/12£576
Wed 25/1218:41PHL - LAX
2 stops17h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 31/1208:09LAX - PHL
2 stops18h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/12£651

Find flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Mon 6/1

07:30-20:31

1 stop16h 01m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/1

21:36-13:42

1 stop13h 06m

£116

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Mon 6/1

13:37-09:15

2 stops22h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/1

21:36-13:42

1 stop13h 06m

£170

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Thu 16/1

18:20-00:06

1 stop8h 46m

Los Angeles

Wed 22/1

00:51-11:41

1 stop7h 50m

£215

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Sat 1/2

05:40-10:55

1 stop8h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/2

22:55-09:28

1 stop7h 33m

£218

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Fri 31/1

18:32-15:23

2 stops23h 51m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

19:55-17:32

1 stop18h 37m

£249

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Wed 8/1

09:45-17:15

2 stops10h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 31/1

13:25-23:15

1 stop6h 50m

£270

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Mon 6/1

18:40-21:42

Nonstop6h 02m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/1

19:10-13:40

1 stop15h 30m

£435

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Thu 20/3

18:10-23:59

1 stop8h 49m

£106

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Fri 17/1

18:07-23:47

1 stop8h 40m

£109

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Wed 19/2

13:50-21:45

2 stops10h 55m

£145

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 30 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 55% on airfare.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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4,836 reviews
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4,836 reviews

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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9,552 reviews
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4,836 reviews

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8.7

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8.1

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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8,604 reviews
8.1
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4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.2

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8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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8.1

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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3,274 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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Good
9,048 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    Booking a flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Los Angeles (LAX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. On a typical day, there are 9 flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, all of which are around 6h 02m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at £170, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Philadelphia to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £215 and £218, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are JetBlue (£106), Delta (£109), and Southwest (£145).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Philadelphia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Southern (91%), Fiji Airways (90%), Japan Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is £490. On average you can expect to pay £495. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for £432.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest£64Average£150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest£226Average£282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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