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$71+ Cheap flights from California to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PHL
4월 29 — 5월 61
수 4/29
수 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Philadelphia

Cheapest flights from California to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3월 30, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
화 4/287:44 pm
ONT
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PHL
1 stop8h 06m
Frontier
수 4/298:31 pm
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop14h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
토 4/2511:44 am
ONT
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PHL
1 stop14h 29m
Frontier
토 5/28:00 am
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop13h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$161
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
화 4/1412:59 am
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop25h 35m
Frontier
수 4/228:41 pm
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop30h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$164
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
금 5/15:33 pm
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop9h 01m
Frontier
일 5/36:55 am
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop28h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$167
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
토 5/212:59 am
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop25h 35m
Frontier
수 5/610:40 am
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop8h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$169
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
화 4/2812:59 am
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop25h 35m
Frontier
화 5/510:40 am
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop8h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
목 5/76:00 am
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop20h 37m
Frontier
화 5/198:35 pm
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop16h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$171
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
토 4/2512:59 am
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop25h 35m
Frontier
월 4/278:41 pm
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop30h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
화 4/147:44 pm
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop8h 06m
Frontier
화 4/218:00 am
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop13h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
수 5/208:16 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop9h 54m
Frontier
월 5/257:50 pm
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop26h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
월 4/275:33 pm
ONT
-
PHL
1 stop9h 01m
Frontier
화 5/510:40 am
PHL
-
ONT
1 stop8h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$185
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
월 4/277:56 pm
SNA
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PHL
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
월 5/46:43 am
PHL
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SNA
1 stop11h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$185

Find flight deals from California to Philadelphia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Philadelphia flight deals. Data was last updated 3월 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$515

Good round-trip deal

$422 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($103 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Philadelphia 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 3월 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

월 4/27

8:20 pm-10:34 am

2 stops11h 14m

Philadelphia

목 4/30

2:59 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$262

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

화 4/21

1:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Philadelphia

월 4/27

6:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$280

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

목 5/7

5:45 pm-5:37 am

1 stop8h 52m

Philadelphia

화 5/12

5:17 am-10:53 am

1 stop8h 36m

$280

OntarioPhiladelphia

ONT - PHL

ONTPHL

Ontario

수 4/29

6:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Philadelphia

수 5/6

5:30 am-11:36 am

1 stop9h 06m

$281

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

수 4/22

11:59 pm-10:28 am

1 stop7h 29m

Philadelphia

수 4/29

11:36 am-6:45 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$305

BurbankPhiladelphia

BUR - PHL

BURPHL

Burbank Bob Hope

화 4/21

1:59 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 00m

Philadelphia

화 4/28

7:15 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 27m

$305

OaklandPhiladelphia

OAK - PHL

OAKPHL

Oakland

화 4/28

5:04 pm-5:59 am

1 stop9h 55m

Philadelphia

토 5/2

7:15 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 38m

$317

OntarioPhiladelphia

ONT - PHL

ONTPHL

Ontario

토 4/18

9:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Philadelphia

화 4/21

5:50 am-11:55 am

2 stops9h 05m

$320

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

수 4/22

11:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop7h 40m

Philadelphia

수 4/29

5:50 am-12:25 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$356

Las VegasPhiladelphia

LAS - PHL

LASPHL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

목 4/23

5:30 am-4:45 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Philadelphia

수 4/29

5:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$357

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Best time to book a flight from California to Philadelphia

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Philadelphia (average of $78). Flying from California to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3월 30, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Philadelphia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Philadelphia. 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 3월 30, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to PHL are scheduled on a Sunday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Philadelphia?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from California?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Philadelphia.

  • How popular is this California to Philadelphia flight route?

    Within the past month, 73 users have taken a look at flights from California to Philadelphia.

  • How long is the flight from California to Philadelphia?

    Departing from California to Philadelphia will take you 7h 20m. The distance from California to Philadelphia is about 2496 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $42 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $48 and $119, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Philadelphia?

    When deciding which route to take from California to Philadelphia consider San Francisco - Philadelphia, Los Angeles - Philadelphia or Ontario - Philadelphia as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Philadelphia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Philadelphia consider choosing China Southern (90%), Aer Lingus (89%) or British Airways (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Philadelphia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Philadelphia? While on average our users pay $1,161, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $157. The most popular route (San Francisco - Philadelphia), is priced around $216.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Philadelphia (average of $78). Flying from California to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 Philadelphia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Philadelphia. 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 3월 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$128Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$244Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$348Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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