What is the most punctual flight time for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 181 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

How popular is this Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route?

Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in about 8h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 18m. The distance from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is about 2395 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

The most flights from PHL to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

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What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is £256. On average you can expect to pay £296. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for £402.

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: STARLUX Airlines (100%), Japan Airlines (84%), Aer Lingus( 80%).

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

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

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 62 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 £358). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of £425). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 83% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights typically cost between £301 and £442 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £308 on Southwest (16 Dec–19 Dec).

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How popular is this Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route?
Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in about 8h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 18m. The distance from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is about 2395 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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: STARLUX Airlines (100%), Japan Airlines (84%), Aer Lingus( 80%).
What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is £256. On average you can expect to pay £296. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for £402.
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 £358). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of £425). 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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The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 62 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?

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 83% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights typically cost between £301 and £442 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £308 on Southwest (16 Dec–19 Dec).

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

The most flights from PHL to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 181 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights typically cost between £301 and £442 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £308 on Southwest (16 Dec–19 Dec).