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$172+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (LAX - PHL)

LAX — PHL
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Tue 12/18:59 am -
2 stops17h 41m
Tue 12/87:00 am -
1 stop11h 24m
Deal found 11/5$366
Fri 12/119:53 am -
1 stop6h 37m
Sun 12/136:20 am -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 11/5$367
Tue 12/1512:12 am -
1 stop14h 14m
Wed 12/307:10 am -
1 stop10h 07m
Deal found 11/4$368
Thu 11/267:41 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Wed 12/308:19 pm -
1 stop19h 02m
Deal found 11/4$369
Sat 11/214:29 pm -
1 stop15h 42m
Thu 11/266:41 am -
1 stop27h 47m
Deal found 11/5$370
Mon 12/218:58 am -
1 stop17h 13m
Tue 1/57:16 am -
2 stops27h 03m
Deal found 11/8$371
Mon 11/3011:59 pm -
1 stop10h 08m
Thu 12/174:41 pm -
1 stop31h 21m
Deal found 11/5$372
Tue 12/223:33 pm -
1 stop10h 38m
Sat 1/27:52 pm -
1 stop13h 42m
Deal found 11/4$373
Thu 11/267:41 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Tue 12/15:01 am -
1 stop9h 37m
Deal found 11/4$374
Thu 12/106:00 am -
1 stop9h 43m
Thu 12/176:00 am -
1 stop11h 53m
Deal found 11/8$375
Mon 12/76:00 am -
2 stops36h 07m
Fri 12/185:15 pm -
1 stop16h 19m
Deal found 11/6$376
Thu 12/174:59 pm -
2 stops14h 08m
Mon 12/217:52 pm -
1 stop29h 00m
Deal found 11/5$377

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$366
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$604

Good round-trip deal

$558 or less

Good one-way deal

$346 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Philadelphia flight deals.
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From Los Angeles to Philadelphia
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($52 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 November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.

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LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Fri 12/11

6:00 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Mon 12/7

7:23 pm-5:55 am

1 stop7h 32m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Thu 12/17

12:05 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Thu 12/17

11:59 pm-10:53 am

1 stop7h 54m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Thu 12/10

6:00 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

10:59 pm-9:29 am

1 stop7h 30m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$184

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sun 1/17

11:59 pm-10:49 am

1 stop7h 50m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$184

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sat 11/14

8:45 am-8:20 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$230

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 12/30

12:50 am-1:05 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$244

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX Los Angeles - PHL Philadelphia

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 12/1

11:50 am-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$247

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

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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?

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 69 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (average of $493). Flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $604). 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?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% 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?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights typically cost between $486 and $792 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $366 on Alaska Airlines (Dec 1-Dec 8).

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Philadelphia trip
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

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.

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, such as Southwest,Delta, andJetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 6 different airlines have flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Philadelphia (PHL) on a regular basis. There are 23 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 04m.

  • 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 8h 30m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $457. 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 $143. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $143, and JetBlue, from $221. Delta is 73% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia are Frontier ($84), JetBlue ($113), and Delta ($128).

  • 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: Aer Lingus (93%), Fiji Airways (93%), British Airways (89%).

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

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is generally $1,233, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $164. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $257 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 Atlanta?

    The majority of Atlanta visitors spend their time at Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park, and Fox Theatre. Those on a layover in Atlanta interested in visiting Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park, or Fox Theatre can do so by traveling 8.6 mi, 8.4 mi, and 9.3 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers can rent a car at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for an average daily rate of $57 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Denver Intl for about $46 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (average of $493). Flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $604). 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 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$143Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$143Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$221Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$262Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$410Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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