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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles from £81

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — LAX
18 Jul — 25 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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 13 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£137

One-way from

£81

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£250
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 20/9-23/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 20m total
  • Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 12/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£11 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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 13 July 2025.

Sat 20/906:00PHL - LAX
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Tue 23/906:10LAX - PHL
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/7£137
Tue 26/810:40PHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/914:20LAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7£147
Thu 14/817:48PHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mFrontier
Mon 18/813:57LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/7£157
Tue 26/809:00PHL - LAX
1 stop13h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/910:28LAX - PHL
2 stops18h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/7£158
Tue 18/1107:00PHL - LAX
1 stop10h 08mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/1217:00LAX - PHL
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/7£205
Tue 30/906:00PHL - LAX
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Mon 13/1022:50LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 10/7£205
Tue 30/915:10PHL - LAX
1 stop9h 28mJetBlue
Fri 3/1021:25LAX - PHL
1 stop10h 25mJetBlue
Deal found 11/7£216

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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 13 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Sat 20/9

06:00-10:30

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 23/9

06:10-16:00

1 stop6h 50m

£137

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 26/8

10:40-13:14

Nonstop5h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

14:20-22:37

Nonstop5h 17m

£147

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Thu 14/8

17:48-20:29

Nonstop5h 41m

Los Angeles

Mon 18/8

13:57-01:09

1 stop8h 12m

£157

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 26/8

09:00-19:03

1 stop13h 03m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

10:28-08:03

2 stops18h 35m

£158

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 18/11

07:00-14:08

1 stop10h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

17:00-06:01

1 stop10h 01m

£205

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 30/9

06:00-10:14

1 stop7h 14m

Los Angeles

Mon 13/10

22:50-09:27

1 stop7h 37m

£205

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 30/9

15:10-21:38

1 stop9h 28m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/10

21:25-10:50

1 stop10h 25m

£216

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 12/8

15:20-20:00

1 stop7h 40m

£81

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Fri 29/8

11:56-20:04

1 stop11h 08m

£116

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 2/9

07:22-19:10

2 stops14h 48m

£138

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 81 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 13 July 2025.

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 53% on airfare.

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 13 July 2025.

The most flights from PHL to LAX are scheduled on a Sunday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

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 13 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta from Philadelphia to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 32 flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, all of which are around 7h 21m 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 £137, Southwest will fly you from Philadelphia to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £147 and £157, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 44% 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 Southwest (£81), JetBlue (£116), and Alaska Airlines (£138).

  • 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: Spirit Airlines (88%), Qatar Airways (87%), Japan Airlines( 85%).

  • 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£60Average£128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest£216Average£370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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