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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles from £91

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — LAX
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

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

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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£153

One-way from

£91

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£297
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 1/6-7/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 55m total
  • Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 19/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£4 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 April 2025

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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 29 April 2025.

Thu 8/509:17PHL - LAX
1 stop15h 18mFrontier
Sun 11/515:41LAX - PHL
1 stop12h 11mFrontier
Deal found 29/4£134
Sun 1/607:45PHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/618:52LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/4£153
Sat 14/621:10PHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 21/619:35LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/4£181
Tue 22/714:41PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Mon 28/700:47LAX - PHL
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 28/4£207
Wed 8/1006:00PHL - LAX
1 stop11h 15mJetBlue
Sat 11/1006:00LAX - PHL
1 stop9h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 28/4£240
Mon 12/507:45PHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/520:05LAX - PHL
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£249
Wed 2/718:25PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Wed 9/720:35LAX - PHL
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 28/4£255
Tue 7/1007:25PHL - LAX
1 stop10h 15mAlaska Airlines
Mon 13/1018:05LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/4£278
Sun 1/612:03PHL - LAX
1 stop13h 46mSun Country Air
Thu 5/623:55LAX - PHL
1 stop8h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 28/4£292
Fri 13/606:20PHL - LAX
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 13/613:25LAX - PHL
2 stops18h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4£339

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Philadelphia

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Sun 1/6

07:45-10:31

Nonstop5h 46m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/6

18:52-06:01

1 stop8h 09m

£153

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Sat 14/6

17:48-20:33

Nonstop5h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/6

22:35-06:58

Nonstop5h 23m

£180

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Sat 14/6

21:10-23:59

Nonstop5h 49m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/6

19:35-05:50

1 stop7h 15m

£181

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 22/7

14:41-20:23

1 stop8h 42m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/7

00:47-10:37

1 stop6h 50m

£207

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Wed 8/10

06:00-14:15

1 stop11h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/10

06:00-18:42

1 stop9h 42m

£240

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Mon 12/5

07:45-10:31

Nonstop5h 46m

Los Angeles

Fri 16/5

20:05-06:52

1 stop7h 47m

£249

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Wed 2/7

18:25-23:35

1 stop8h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/7

20:35-09:25

2 stops9h 50m

£255

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 7/10

07:25-14:40

1 stop10h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 13/10

18:05-06:01

1 stop8h 56m

£278

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Sun 1/6

12:03-22:49

1 stop13h 46m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/6

23:55-11:10

1 stop8h 15m

£292

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Fri 13/6

06:20-11:21

1 stop8h 01m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/6

13:25-10:37

2 stops18h 12m

£339

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 65 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 29 April 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 54% 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from PHL to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, 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 29 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 21 flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, all of which are around 5h 41m 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 £153, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Philadelphia to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £180 and £181, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 40% 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 (£91), Delta (£116), and JetBlue (£117).

  • 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%), Japan Airlines (82%), Fiji Airways( 80%).

  • 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest£61Average£165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest£215Average£268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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