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$107+ Cheap flights from California to Pennsylvania

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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PHL
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/125:30 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/202:38 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$175
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/47:00 amLAX - LGA
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Wed 11/196:24 amLGA - LAX
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:23 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Tue 11/1811:29 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$176
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:23 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Tue 11/186:00 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$176
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:51 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 38mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:29 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$177
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:15 amLAX - EWR
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/115:59 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/211:44 pmLAX - LGA
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/116:20 amLGA - LAX
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:35 amLAX - JFK
2 stops11h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/116:15 amJFK - LAX
1 stop9h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$178
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Wed 11/121:20 amLAX - EWR
1 stop13h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/181:19 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop7h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:20 amLAX - LGA
1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/1912:59 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop14h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$179
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Fri 12/511:58 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1111:00 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$179
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/29:54 pmLAX - LGA
2 stops13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/611:55 amLGA - LAX
1 stop13h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$180

Cheap flight deals from California to Pennsylvania

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Pennsylvania flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$107
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$373

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Philadelphia flight deals.
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From California to Pennsylvania
One-way flight from California to Pennsylvania
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Pennsylvania.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Pennsylvania.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Pennsylvania that are best for you.

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Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

12:03 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Newark

Tue 12/9

7:00 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

$186

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

2:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/10

9:15 pm-12:38 am

Nonstop6h 23m

$217

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

8:02 am-4:29 pm

Nonstop5h 27m

Newark

Sun 1/18

7:29 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop6h 26m

$227

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Fri 12/12

4:30 pm-12:41 am

Nonstop5h 11m

Newark

Mon 12/15

6:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop6h 00m

$227

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Mon 11/17

10:13 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 17m

Newark

Tue 11/18

7:15 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$227

OntarioNew York

ONT - JFK

ONTJFK

Ontario

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-7:28 pm

1 stop10h 28m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$236

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

7:00 am-3:32 pm

Nonstop5h 32m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/18

7:30 pm-11:14 pm

Nonstop6h 44m

$237

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 12/10

12:55 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/13

6:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$237

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 12/3

1:12 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/8

5:45 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

6:28 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop5h 32m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/12

8:29 pm-12:23 am

Nonstop6h 54m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from California to Pennsylvania

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Pennsylvania

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Pennsylvania?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Pennsylvania (average of $109). Flying from California to Pennsylvania in August is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 CA to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Pennsylvania. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Pennsylvania is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Pennsylvania?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Pennsylvania. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Pennsylvania flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Pennsylvania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from California to Pennsylvania by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Pennsylvania. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve California to Pennsylvania flights?

    There are a variety of airports that serve flights from California to Pennsylvania, it just depends on the location that you choose. California has a large number of airports that serve flights from California to Pennsylvania with a few being San Diego International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport which is also known as the second busiest airport in the US, and San Francisco International Airport which is the seventh busiest airport in North America. Airports in Pennsylvania that serve flights from California to Pennsylvania include Philadelphia International Airport, which is known to be the 20th busiest airport in the US, and Pittsburgh International Airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from California to Pennsylvania?

    The airlines that fly directly from California to Pennsylvania will vary from the cities chosen. If you decide to fly from San Diego Airport to Philadelphia Airport, you will find that the most common airline is Frontier Airlines, with a few others being Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. If you decide to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Pittsburgh Airport you will find that Spirit Airlines has the most available flights but American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines also have flights available.

  • What are the stopover options between California to Pennsylvania?

    Stopover options vary from location when you are flying from California to Pennsylvania. If you are flying from San Diego to Philadelphia there will be at least one stopover option with the location varying from Las Vegas, Nevada, Orlando, Florida, and Denver, Colorado and times ranging from 5h 24m-13h 30m. If you choose to fly from Los Angeles to Pittsburgh the stopover options vary but typically the flight is nonstop. If there are stopover choices it usually is just one and can vary in location from North Carolina, Chicago, and Texas with flight times varying from 5h-7h 10m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from California to Pennsylvania?

    Since California and Pennsylvania are located in the United States, there is no need to have a visa as long as you are a US citizen as it is considered a domestic flight. The only thing that will be required is a form of photo identification which doesn’t necessarily mean your passport but could also be a driver’s license.

  • How popular is this California to Pennsylvania flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Pennsylvania?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Pennsylvania in 5h 15m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, JetBlue, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2468 mi between California and Pennsylvania. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Pennsylvania one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $114 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $114 and United Airlines from $119 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Pennsylvania that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Pennsylvania flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Pennsylvania?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Pennsylvania?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Pennsylvania 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 California to Pennsylvania?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Pennsylvania (average of $109). Flying from California to Pennsylvania in August is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Pennsylvania

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Pennsylvania. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$95Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$117Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$135Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$143Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$168Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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