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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia from $239

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PHL
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$300

One-way from

$239

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$641
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 24/2-22/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 23m total
  • Los Angeles to Philadelphia
Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 12m total
  • Los Angeles to Philadelphia
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Mon 24/206:00LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sat 22/306:00PHL - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/1$300
Mon 24/217:55LAX - PHL
2 stops19h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/310:25PHL - LAX
1 stop11h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$313
Mon 24/220:09LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Sun 23/305:30PHL - LAX
1 stop16h 48mFrontier
Deal found 20/1$318
Tue 18/209:00LAX - PHL
1 stop10h 27mJetBlue
Tue 25/218:10PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 19/1$438
Sun 1/623:59LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 12mSun Country Air
Fri 6/612:05PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 09mSun Country Air
Deal found 19/1$492
Tue 4/301:25LAX - PHL
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/317:13PHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/1$605
Sat 15/213:00LAX - PHL
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Sat 22/219:05PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 19/1$622
Wed 26/220:59LAX - PHL
2 stops17h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 28/218:25PHL - LAX
2 stops20h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/1$660
Tue 11/200:51LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/208:00PHL - LAX
1 stop9h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1$664
Wed 27/800:45LAX - PHL
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Sun 31/818:15PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 20/1$706

Find flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia within your budget

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LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Mon 24/2

06:00-16:07

1 stop7h 07m

Philadelphia

Sat 22/3

06:00-09:16

Nonstop6h 16m

$300

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Mon 24/2

17:55-16:07

2 stops19h 12m

Philadelphia

Tue 25/3

10:25-19:18

1 stop11h 53m

$313

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Mon 24/2

20:09-06:14

1 stop7h 05m

Philadelphia

Sun 23/3

05:30-19:18

1 stop16h 48m

$318

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

09:00-22:27

1 stop10h 27m

Philadelphia

Tue 25/2

18:10-23:59

1 stop8h 49m

$438

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sun 1/6

23:59-11:11

1 stop8h 12m

Philadelphia

Fri 6/6

12:05-17:14

1 stop8h 09m

$492

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

01:25-11:06

1 stop6h 41m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/3

17:13-20:10

Nonstop5h 57m

$605

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

13:00-22:40

1 stop6h 40m

Philadelphia

Sat 22/2

19:05-00:10

1 stop8h 05m

$622

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 26/2

20:59-17:25

2 stops17h 26m

Philadelphia

Fri 28/2

18:25-12:10

2 stops20h 45m

$660

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/2

00:51-11:41

1 stop7h 50m

Philadelphia

Thu 13/2

08:00-14:22

1 stop9h 22m

$664

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 11/6

00:45-14:00

1 stop10h 15m

Philadelphia

Thu 19/6

18:15-23:15

1 stop8h 00m

$706

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is 78 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 time of day to fly from LAX to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. 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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from LAX to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, such as Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
9,696 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
3,201 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. 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 Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    If you book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, you will be flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Flights to Philadelphia (PHL) from Los Angeles (LAX) take 4h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 21 flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia per day from 2 airlines.

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

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $300, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and JetBlue. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $239 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $302 and Delta from $312 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia consider choosing China Southern(94%), Aer Lingus(91%) or Fiji Airways(88%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$229Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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