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Los Angeles.$197 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.
Los Angeles.$197 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.
Los Angeles.$197 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.
Los Angeles.$197 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.
Los Angeles.$247 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.
Los Angeles.$263 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $263, select.
Los Angeles.$267 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Los Angeles.$267 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $263
May
from $197
Jun
from $197
Jul
from $307
Aug
from $319
Sep
from $267
Oct
from $247
Nov
from $319
Dec
from $823
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Direct flights from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International

Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Philadelphia to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$197
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week236

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International is $197. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International.
American Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and Qantas fly direct from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International.
As of April 2025, there are 236 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Saturday, 7 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.

  • Los Angeles is three hours behind Philadelphia and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 54 weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. The 05:25 departure with American Airlines is the earliest you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:50.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Jetting into Los Angeles (and then seeing more of United States!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • American Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for PHL to LAX flights, with 81.98% of services arriving as scheduled.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PHL and LAX include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • $99 is currently the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start at $197. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PHL to LAX.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from PHL to LAX is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.

  • Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Los Angeles. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.

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