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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles from $235

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — LAX
26 2월 — 5 3월1
1 adult

The best prices from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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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 21 2월 2025.

Round-trip from

$235

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$572

Good one-way deal

$778 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 16/4-22/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 27m total
  • Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.

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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 21 2월 2025.

수 16/415:22PHL - LAX
2 stops20h 41mSpirit Airlines
화 22/412:27LAX - PHL
1 stop18h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/2$235
월 31/317:37PHL - LAX
1 stop9h 15mJetBlue
수 9/420:09LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 21/2$425
목 31/712:05PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 09mSun Country Air
일 3/818:19LAX - PHL
1 stop13h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/2$486
수 2/407:20PHL - LAX
2 stops12h 59mAlaska Airlines
수 9/408:16LAX - PHL
2 stops18h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/2$583
월 10/319:50PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
수 12/305:50LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 19/2$599
수 16/412:28PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 58mDelta
월 21/400:45LAX - PHL
1 stop10h 08mDelta
Deal found 20/2$604
월 17/312:00PHL - LAX
1 stop9h 45mUnited Airlines
수 19/300:56LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$605
일 30/308:50PHL - LAX
Nonstop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
수 2/409:10LAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$848

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 2월 2025.

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Philadelphia

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

수 16/4

15:22-09:03

2 stops20h 41m

Los Angeles

화 22/4

12:27-10:13

1 stop18h 46m

$235

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

월 31/3

17:37-23:52

1 stop9h 15m

Los Angeles

화 8/4

20:09-07:38

1 stop8h 29m

$425

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

목 31/7

12:05-17:14

1 stop8h 09m

Los Angeles

일 3/8

18:19-11:10

1 stop13h 51m

$486

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

수 2/4

07:20-17:19

2 stops12h 59m

Los Angeles

수 9/4

08:16-06:00

2 stops18h 44m

$583

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

월 10/3

19:50-01:20

1 stop8h 30m

Los Angeles

수 12/3

05:50-16:55

1 stop8h 05m

$599

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

수 16/4

12:28-18:26

1 stop8h 58m

Los Angeles

월 21/4

00:45-13:53

1 stop10h 08m

$604

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

월 17/3

12:00-18:45

1 stop9h 45m

Los Angeles

수 19/3

00:56-11:35

1 stop7h 39m

$605

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

수 16/4

16:10-19:03

Nonstop5h 53m

Los Angeles

월 21/4

00:59-09:03

Nonstop5h 04m

$680

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

토 12/4

15:23-23:48

1 stop11h 25m

$259

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

목 7/8

12:05-17:14

1 stop8h 09m

$271

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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 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $793). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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 21 2월 2025.

When flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 2월 2025.

The most flights from PHL to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 21 2월 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

8.0
Very Good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $235. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and Sun Country Air, with the lowest prices starting at $425 and $486, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $259. Users have also found prices from $271 and $299 on Sun Country Air and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Philadelphia, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Fiji Airways (85%), Qantas Airways (82%), China Southern( 81%).

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

    While on average a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is generally $1,968, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $778. When looking at the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $425 for that flight.

  • 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 $793). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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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