Cheap flights from California to Philadelphia (PHL) from $45

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
LAX — PHL
Oct 2 — Oct 91

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Philadelphia?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 36 days in advance to save up to 19% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 36 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from California to Philadelphia 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $481, or $592 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

February can be a great time to fly to Philadelphia from California with a flight ticket averaging about $449. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $176. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from California to Philadelphia (CA - PHL)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Philadelphia as you normally would.

Cheap Frontier flights from California to Philadelphia

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Cheap American Airlines flights from California to Philadelphia

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Cheap California to Philadelphia flights in September & October 2023

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California to Philadelphia 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to Philadelphia from California

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One-way flights to Philadelphia from California

The cheapest one-way flights from California to Philadelphia
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from California to Philadelphia, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from California to Philadelphia should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.

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Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Fri 11/10

1 stop7h 58m

Philadelphia

Sat 11/11

Nonstop5h 53m

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Tue 10/17

1 stop19h 30m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/24

1 stop10h 03m

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Wed 10/18

1 stop19h 20m

Philadelphia

Sat 10/21

1 stop9h 34m

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Fri 11/10

1 stop21h 44m

Philadelphia

Sat 11/11

Nonstop5h 53m

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Wed 10/18

2 stops14h 56m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/24

1 stop10h 03m

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 10/17

1 stop21h 30m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/24

1 stop13h 40m

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Thu 12/7

1 stop10h 47m

Philadelphia

Tue 12/12

1 stop13h 49m

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Wed 10/18

Nonstop5h 19m

Philadelphia

Wed 10/25

Nonstop6h 20m

San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Tue 11/14

1 stop7h 44m

Philadelphia

Wed 11/29

Nonstop6h 27m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from California to Philadelphia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really great service. Impressed by the pre flight address given to passengers by the captain. Great touch!

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really great service. Impressed by the pre flight address given to passengers by the captain. Great touch!

Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really great service. Impressed by the pre flight address given to passengers by the captain. Great touch!

Sun Country Air
7.4
Good
94 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really great service. Impressed by the pre flight address given to passengers by the captain. Great touch!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really great service. Impressed by the pre flight address given to passengers by the captain. Great touch!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really great service. Impressed by the pre flight address given to passengers by the captain. Great touch!

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about California to Philadelphia flights.

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.

Can I find flights from California to Philadelphia for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Philadelphia for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $86, but on average you can expect to pay $113.

Are there nonstop flights from California to Philadelphia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from California to Philadelphia under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Philadelphia is less than $169.

Are there last-minute flights available from California to Philadelphia for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Philadelphia within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from California to Philadelphia?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this California to Philadelphia flight route?

How many flights depart from California to Philadelphia on average per day?

Travelers can expect 11 flights from California to Philadelphia on average per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 45% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 55% of flight departures

How long is the flight from California to Philadelphia?

Departing from California to Philadelphia will take you 7h 58m. The distance from California to Philadelphia is about 2409 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the most popular routes from California to Philadelphia?

What are the most popular airlines that fly from California to Philadelphia?

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 Iberia (86%), China Southern (86%) or Aer Lingus (85%) 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 $1,172, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $95. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Philadelphia), is priced around $118.

What does LAX to PHL mean?

This is defined as Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Philadelphia Airport (PHL). Codes like Philadelphia Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Ontario Airport (ONT) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Departure points for flights from California to Philadelphia

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Philadelphia

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from California to Philadelphia choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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JetBlueCheapest$136Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest$143Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sun Country AirCheapest$204Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$273Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Linear Air TaxiCheapest$53,605Average$115,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from California to Philadelphia

See what time of day planes typically take off from California to Philadelphia
27%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
36%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
23%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
14%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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