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LAX — PHL
May 3 — May 102
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$334
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$125
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$451

Good round-trip deal

$454 or less

Good one-way deal

$334 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Philadelphia flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-Philadelphia flights.
From Los Angeles to Philadelphia
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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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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 April 3, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/256:15 am
LAX
-
PHL
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/288:25 am
PHL
-
LAX
2 stops11h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$334
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/233:28 pm
LAX
-
PHL
1 stop12h 44m
Frontier
Mon 5/257:50 pm
PHL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$335
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/610:00 pm
LAX
-
PHL
1 stop9h 53m
Frontier
Tue 4/78:25 pm
PHL
-
LAX
1 stop30h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$336
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mon 6/1512:59 am
LAX
-
PHL
Nonstop5h 17m
Frontier
Sat 7/45:06 pm
PHL
-
LAX
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$337
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 5/298:27 pm
LAX
-
PHL
1 stop7h 03m
Frontier
Fri 6/57:50 pm
PHL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$338
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/53:30 pm
LAX
-
PHL
2 stops23h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1910:40 am
PHL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$339
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/25:22 pm
LAX
-
PHL
3 stops23h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/95:45 am
PHL
-
LAX
2 stops19h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$340
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 4/810:51 pm
LAX
-
PHL
1 stop9h 47m
Frontier
Fri 4/175:05 am
PHL
-
LAX
1 stop10h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$341
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/25:30 am
LAX
-
PHL
3 stops15h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/95:45 am
PHL
-
LAX
2 stops19h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$342
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/165:30 am
LAX
-
PHL
2 stops15h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/205:45 am
PHL
-
LAX
2 stops21h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$343
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1411:30 pm
LAX
-
PHL
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/216:33 pm
PHL
-
LAX
2 stops24h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$344
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/288:56 pm
LAX
-
PHL
1 stop29h 42m
Frontier
Thu 7/28:37 pm
PHL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$345

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 7/15

5:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/22

12:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$426

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/29

8:40 am-9:05 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/6

5:50 am-1:00 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$431

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

6:35 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/10

4:35 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$431

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

11:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/6

2:00 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$439

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

8:40 am-9:05 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/19

2:00 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$439
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/16

11:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop7h 31m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/20

6:12 am-10:37 am

1 stop7h 25m

$460

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Thu 5/14

11:10 am-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/19

6:45 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$471

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Tue 6/2

6:35 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Philadelphia

Fri 6/5

4:45 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$471

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Wed 7/8

5:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Philadelphia

Sun 7/12

5:00 am-11:05 am

2 stops9h 05m

$476

Los AngelesPhiladelphia

LAX - PHL

LAXPHL

Los Angeles

Thu 5/28

1:20 pm-12:35 am

2 stops8h 15m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/31

6:20 am-12:45 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$484

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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

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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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 2, 2026.

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 71 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (average of $104). Flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 April 3, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 March 28, 2026.

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 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?

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 April 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, such as Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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 14 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 4h 59m.

  • 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 10h 05m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $426. The distance between Los Angeles and Philadelphia is about 2395 mi.

  • 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 $114, and Delta, from $218. Spirit Airlines is 76% 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 ($56), Spirit Airlines ($59), and JetBlue ($132).

  • 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 (88%), China Southern (88%), Iberia (87%).

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

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is generally $1,119, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $157. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $160 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, Fox Theatre, and Centennial Olympic Park. Those on a layover in Atlanta interested in visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or Centennial Olympic Park can do so by traveling 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.4 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 Las Vegas?

    Fremont Street Experience, Stratosphere Tower, and Fountains of Bellagio are currently the most popular points of interest in Las Vegas at the moment. Fremont Street Experience, Stratosphere Tower and Fountains of Bellagio are located about 5.9 mi, 4.3 mi, and 2.3 mi, respectively from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for about $64 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (average of $104). Flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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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Alternative routes for Los Angeles to Philadelphia

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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 April 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$244Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$277Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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