Philadelphia

$93+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (LAX - PHL)

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LAX — PHL
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Philadelphia are usually found in August or July, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

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Round-trip from

$179
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$93
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
From Los Angeles to Philadelphia
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($39 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 September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

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Tue 10/1412:53 amLAX - PHL
1 stop12h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/205:50 pmPHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$179
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Sat 10/44:51 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Mon 10/65:15 amPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$180
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Thu 10/3012:44 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop13h 05mFrontier
Sat 11/155:50 amPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$181
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Fri 10/102:27 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop20h 58mFrontier
Sun 10/196:58 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$183
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Mon 10/62:21 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop20h 56mFrontier
Mon 10/136:58 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$184
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/910:39 pmLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 23mFrontier
Sun 10/126:58 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$185
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Fri 10/175:41 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop21h 19mFrontier
Mon 10/206:58 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$186
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Fri 9/2611:10 amLAX - PHL
1 stop10h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/292:07 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop11h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$187
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Mon 9/2210:45 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop12h 05mFrontier
Thu 10/236:42 amPHL - LAX
1 stop20h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/299:31 pmLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 24mFrontier
Thu 10/95:50 pmPHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$189
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Tue 9/3010:23 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop12h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/149:14 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop14h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$190

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Philadelphia

Sat 12/13

4:35 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$260

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

6:05 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/10

6:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 20m

$260

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

1:04 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/9

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$262

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sat 12/13

6:05 am-7:45 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/17

6:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 20m

$265

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 10/28

12:25 am-10:24 am

1 stop6h 59m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/3

6:25 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 05m

$267

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Mon 11/3

12:55 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 45m

Philadelphia

Sat 11/8

8:08 am-1:06 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$267

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

1:04 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/19

6:30 am-11:52 am

1 stop8h 22m

$272

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

5:45 am-5:43 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Philadelphia

Wed 3/4

8:25 am-4:09 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$277

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

6:15 am-6:09 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/24

5:30 am-11:01 am

1 stop8h 31m

$277

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

6:30 am-5:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/28

8:25 am-4:09 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$277

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The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Philadelphia trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for added comfort on medium-haul flights.


Spirit's Saver$ Club offers discounts on luggage and boarding, saving money on medium-haul flights.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for extra comfort on medium-haul flights.


Frontier's Discount Den offers low fares and Kids Fly Free, ideal for family travel savings.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
LAX

For shorter security lines, consider using the Tom Bradley International Terminal, especially in the morning and midday hours.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
PHL

Use SEPTA trains for efficient travel to Center City Philadelphia. Stations are located outside Terminals A, B, C/D, and E/F.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
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Ramsey Qubein

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Expert on LAX

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia 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 LAX to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 September 17, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Monday at noon 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. 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 Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    You will need to book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia if you want to fly from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. At least 7 different airlines have flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Philadelphia (PHL) on a regular basis. There are 27 flights to Philadelphia from the Los Angeles airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from LAX to PHL to be around 5h 02m.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    A quick flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia can take about 7h 26m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $262. The distance between Los Angeles and Philadelphia is about 2395 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia round-trip from $98. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $103, and JetBlue, from $135. Spirit Airlines is 73% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on time: China Southern (86%), Aer Lingus (83%), Iberia (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is generally $1,198, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $71. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $124 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Las Vegas?

    The majority of Las Vegas visitors spend their time at Fremont Street Experience, Fountains of Bellagio, and The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Those on a layover in Las Vegas interested in visiting Fremont Street Experience, Fountains of Bellagio, or The Colosseum at Caesars Palace can do so by traveling 5.9 mi, 2.3 mi, and 2.6 mi, respectively from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for an average daily rate of $59 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia 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 7 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$103Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$135Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$244Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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