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$77+ Cheap flights from California to Pennsylvania

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LAX — PHL
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
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Round-trip from

$150
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$77
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$189 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Pennsylvania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:47 pmBUR - EWR
1 stop9h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/107:00 amEWR - BUR
1 stop12h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$150
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2711:38 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop14h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/301:24 pmLGA - LAX
2 stops13h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$170
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/147:58 pmLAX - EWR
2 stops10h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/236:55 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$174
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/308:53 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Thu 10/211:31 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/129:25 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop9h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/266:59 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$199
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:00 amONT - EWR
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/107:00 amEWR - ONT
1 stop17h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/269:00 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/37:00 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$219
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Tue 10/217:07 amSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/284:27 pmJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 21mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$241
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Wed 8/137:22 pmONT - JFK
1 stop7h 08mFrontier
Sat 8/161:00 pmJFK - ONT
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$243
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Sat 9/139:00 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Sat 9/208:10 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 32mJetBlue
Deal found 7/30$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/201:30 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/278:29 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$246
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/201:30 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/11:00 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 12mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/31$247

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Pennsylvania 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Pennsylvania that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Pennsylvania

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BurbankNewark

BUR - EWR

BUREWR

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 9/4

5:47 pm-5:54 am

1 stop9h 07m

Newark

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$150

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

11:38 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop14h 52m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/30

1:24 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 34m

$170

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

7:58 pm-9:43 am

2 stops10h 45m

Newark

Thu 8/21

6:55 am-1:21 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$174

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

8:53 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/2

11:31 am-2:32 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$176

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

9:25 pm-10:08 am

1 stop9h 43m

Newark

Tue 8/26

6:59 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop6h 04m

$199

OntarioNewark

ONT - EWR

ONTEWR

Ontario

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-5:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

Newark

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-9:56 pm

1 stop17h 56m

$212

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

9:00 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Newark

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-9:54 am

Nonstop5h 54m

$219

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Tue 10/21

7:07 am-3:51 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/28

4:27 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

$241

OntarioNew York

ONT - JFK

ONTJFK

Ontario

Wed 8/13

7:22 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 08m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/16

1:00 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$243

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

9:00 pm-5:29 am

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/20

8:10 pm-11:42 pm

Nonstop6h 32m

$245

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Pennsylvania (average of $236). Flying from California to Pennsylvania in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 August 1, 2025.

When flying from California to Pennsylvania, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Pennsylvania

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Pennsylvania. 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 August 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USPA are scheduled on a Thursday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

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 August 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 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?

    Within the past month, 111 users have taken a look at flights from California to Pennsylvania.

  • 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 $77 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $108 and Southwest from $109 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Pennsylvania (average of $236). Flying from California to Pennsylvania in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Pennsylvania

Discover the top 10 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$113Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$135Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$161Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$221Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$294Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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