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$186 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles departing on 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles (PHL-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Frontier Logo
13:19 - 13:15PHL-LAX
26h 56m2 stops
Frontier Logo
05:44 - 03:49LAX-PHL
19h 05m1 stop
$381Frontier
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Tue, 16 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan
United Airlines Logo
13:15 - 18:21PHL-LAX
8h 06m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
00:55 - 11:35LAX-PHL
7h 40m1 stop
$386United Airlines
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Sat, 6 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Southwest Logo
17:35 - 22:20PHL-LAX
7h 45m1 stop
Southwest Logo
23:00 - 11:05LAX-PHL
9h 05m1 stop
$390Southwest
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Tue, 13 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
United Airlines Logo
15:43 - 21:18PHL-LAX
8h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
05:50 - 16:36LAX-PHL
7h 46m1 stop
$393United Airlines
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Wed, 11 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Southwest Logo
12:15 - 16:50PHL-LAX
7h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
06:15 - 16:45LAX-PHL
7h 30m1 stop
$401Southwest
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Sat, 6 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec
Delta Logo
07:05 - 12:24PHL-LAX
8h 19m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 09:26LAX-PHL
8h 31m1 stop
$416Delta
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Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
Delta Logo
12:59 - 20:03PHL-LAX
10h 04m1 stop
Delta Logo
06:30 - 17:20LAX-PHL
7h 50m1 stop
$441Delta
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Sat, 13 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan
JetBlue Logo
07:00 - 16:46PHL-LAX
12h 46m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
07:00 - 21:24LAX-PHL
11h 24m1 stop
$449JetBlue
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Thu, 30 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:54 - 22:55PHL-LAX
15h 01m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
00:09 - 15:54LAX-PHL
13h 45m2 stops
$512Spirit Airlines
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Wed, 24 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan
JetBlue Logo
19:05 - 00:57PHL-LAX
8h 52m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
07:00 - 18:10LAX-PHL
8h 10m1 stop
$534JetBlue
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Everything you should know

When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
Most popular
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+1
Cheapest return fare
$381
Overall average: $404
Frontier
Thu 30/10Sun 2/11
PHL - LAX • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
$536
Typical prices: $273-666
American Airlines
Thu 30/10Sun 2/11
PHL - LAX • Direct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights

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

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Los Angeles on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles is October, where tickets cost $404 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $630 and $620 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$186
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (27% more expensive on average)
Flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles

  • Does Philadelphia International Airport have a business center?

    Philadelphia International Airport has a UPS store that can be found in the Terminal A/B walkway. This store is open during normal airport hours and offers many business-oriented services including copying, faxing, shipping supplies, a notary, and workstations that can be used by travelers.

  • What shops are there at Philadelphia International Airport?

    Explore Philadelphia is a souvenir shop in Terminal A of Philadelphia International Airport that sells t-shirt, postcards, and keychains, while Occitane is in between Terminals B and C and sells luxury French skincare products. Solstice is another popular boutique that is found in Terminal F and sells sunglasses.

  • What is the best way to travel from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Monica?

    If you are planning on going to Santa Monica after your flight has landed at Los Angeles International Airport, take the LAX FlyAway. This bus has stops in Santa Monica, Van Nuys, and Westwood, and one-way tickets only cost $8, with no reservation necessary.

  • Which hotels have a free shuttle service to Los Angeles International Airport?

    For those interested in budget-friendly lodging, book a room at the Super 8 Los Angeles Airport, a hotel that is less than 1m from Los Angeles International Airport and a 13m drive from Venice Beach. If you would like to be in a chic hotel, select the Embassy Suites by Hilton LAX North, which is a 5m drive from the airport and just under 4 mi from the closest beach.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles was $124 for a one-way ticket and $254 for a return.

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

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route.

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

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

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

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

    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 Los Angeles from Philadelphia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,028 or less round-trip.
  • To save money during your trip, look for flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles that are serviced by Spirit Airlines. If you would rather limit your travel time and only have a nonstop flight, make your reservation with either Alaska or American Airlines.
  • For travelers in the military, pay a visit to the USO Lounge in Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) while waiting for your flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles to board. This lounge is in the east wing of Terminal A and contains a play area, televisions, showers, snacks, and drinks.
  • If you need a way to pass the time before your flight leaves, browse through Philadelphia International Airport’s Free Digital Library. Once you create an account, you will be able to download a large selection of movies, magazines, and podcasts, all of which you can enjoy during your flight.
  • Will you be traveling with a service animal or a furry friend? Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) conveniently provides an indoor animal relief zone in every terminal, and there are outdoor areas next to Terminals 5 and 6. Complete with fresh water, synthetic grass, and trash cans, these zones are a convenient place for your animal to stretch its legs.
  • If you are a nursing mother, there are designated breastfeeding rooms you can access in each terminal of Los Angeles International Airport. Every one of these rooms has a comfortable rocking chair, a changing table, running water, outlets, and a secure lock that will ensure that you can take care of your baby in private.

Prefer to fly direct from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
Find which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier

American Airlines, Frontier

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