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

As of May 2026, there are 380 flights per week flying from California to Philadelphia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Philadelphia?

Frontier, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to Philadelphia

How long does it take to fly to Philadelphia?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Diego or Los Angeles, and flying into Philadelphia, then you can expect flight times to average 5h 12m and 5h 13m, respectively.

What airlines fly to Philadelphia?

American Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

54 flights are operational daily from California to Philadelphia as of May 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 48% of flights per day taking off at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport?

As of May 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Philadelphia Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Philadelphia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philadelphia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philadelphia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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4:39 pm - 6:21 am

ONT

PHL

10h 42m

1 stop

10:40 am - 7:32 pm

PHL

ONT

11h 52m

1 stop

$190Frontier

Tue, May 26 - Mon, Jun 1

6:00 am - 5:37 am

ONT

PHL

20h 37m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:05 am

PHL

ONT

16h 30m

1 stop

$193Frontier

Wed, May 20 - Sat, May 23

6:35 am - 7:51 pm

SJC

PHL

10h 16m

1 stop

7:30 am - 12:35 pm

PHL

SJC

8h 05m

1 stop

$257Delta

Sat, Jul 11 - Thu, Jul 30

7:00 am - 5:25 pm

SJC

PHL

7h 25m

1 stop

6:00 am - 1:55 pm

PHL

SJC

10h 55m

2 stops

$262Southwest

Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 1

12:40 pm - 11:57 pm

SJC

PHL

8h 17m

1 stop

5:00 am - 10:55 am

PHL

SJC

8h 55m

1 stop

$267American Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9

6:00 pm - 5:00 am

BUR

PHL

8h 00m

1 stop

4:44 pm - 1:20 pm

PHL

BUR

23h 36m

1 stop

$272Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31

5:05 pm - 6:10 am

OAK

PHL

10h 05m

1 stop

3:44 pm - 11:57 pm

PHL

OAK

11h 13m

2 stops

$347Delta

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3

6:01 am - 2:35 pm

SFO

PHL

5h 34mnonstop

5:35 pm - 8:50 pm

PHL

SFO

6h 15mnonstop

$352American Airlines

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24

9:37 am - 5:37 am

SAN

PHL

17h 00m

1 stop

9:21 am - 7:07 pm

PHL

SAN

12h 46m

2 stops

$389Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 22 - Sun, May 24

10:55 am - 10:50 pm

SAN

PHL

8h 55m

2 stops

6:40 pm - 11:20 pm

PHL

SAN

7h 40m

1 stop

$396Southwest

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 23

Delta flights from California to Philadelphia

Our best Delta deals on California to Philadelphia flight tickets

Delta

Jul 11

SJC6:35 amSan Jose

10h 16m

1 stop

PHL7:51 pmPhiladelphia

Jul 29

PHL5:09 pmPhiladelphia

8h 40m

1 stop

SJC10:49 pmSan Jose

$257

Delta

Aug 20

ONT6:01 pmOntario

8h 39m

1 stop

PHL5:40 amPhiladelphia

Sep 2

PHL2:27 pmPhiladelphia

10h 29m

1 stop

ONT9:56 pmOntario

$263

Delta

Aug 3

ONT10:00 pmOntario

8h 36m

1 stop

PHL9:36 amPhiladelphia

Aug 11

PHL5:15 amPhiladelphia

8h 27m

1 stop

ONT10:42 amOntario

$273

Southwest flights from California to Philadelphia

Our best Southwest deals on California to Philadelphia flight tickets

Southwest

Aug 28

SJC7:00 amSan Jose

7h 25m

1 stop

PHL5:25 pmPhiladelphia

Sep 1

PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia

10h 55m

2 stops

SJC1:55 pmSan Jose

$262

Southwest

Jul 13

SJC4:20 pmSan Jose

15h 30m

2 stops

PHL10:50 amPhiladelphia

Jul 18

PHL5:00 amPhiladelphia

7h 25m

1 stop

SJC9:25 amSan Jose

$268

Southwest

Jul 8

SJC1:10 pmSan Jose

8h 50m

2 stops

PHL1:00 amPhiladelphia

Jul 15

PHL5:15 amPhiladelphia

7h 25m

1 stop

SJC9:40 amSan Jose

$276

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ONT - PHL

ONTPHL

Ontario

Tue 5/26

4:39 pm-6:21 am

1 stop10h 42m

Philadelphia

Mon 6/1

10:40 am-7:32 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$190

OntarioPhiladelphia

ONT - PHL

ONTPHL

Ontario

Wed 5/20

6:00 am-5:37 am

1 stop20h 37m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/23

8:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop16h 30m

$193

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Sat 7/11

6:35 am-7:51 pm

1 stop10h 16m

Philadelphia

Thu 7/30

7:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$257

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Fri 8/28

7:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$262

San JosePhiladelphia

SJC - PHL

SJCPHL

San Jose

Tue 6/2

12:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/9

5:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop8h 55m

$267

BurbankPhiladelphia

BUR - PHL

BURPHL

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 8/26

6:00 pm-5:00 am

1 stop8h 00m

Philadelphia

Mon 8/31

4:44 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$272

OaklandPhiladelphia

OAK - PHL

OAKPHL

Oakland

Thu 5/28

5:05 pm-6:10 am

1 stop10h 05m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/3

3:44 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops11h 13m

$347

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San FranciscoPhiladelphia

SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Wed 6/17

6:01 am-2:35 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/24

5:35 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$352

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Fri 5/22

9:37 am-5:37 am

1 stop17h 00m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/24

9:21 am-7:07 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$389

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Tue 6/9

10:55 am-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/23

6:40 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$396

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

The cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia from California is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $375, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of July is another great option to travel to Philadelphia, with average flight prices from California averaging around $384.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Philadelphia is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Philadelphia on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $412. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $565.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Philadelphia is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Philadelphia at noon for as low as $360. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Philadelphia is in the morning when prices are around $502.

What is the cheapest California to Philadelphia flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Philadelphia from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Philadelphia for around $432 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Philadelphia from California for as low as $336 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Philadelphia flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Philadelphia flight.

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Best Price Found	$138
Fastest flight time	4h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Philadelphia	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Philadelphia from California in the past 72 hours is $138. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Philadelphia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $399.

The fastest flight from California to Philadelphia takes 4h 35m

Direct flights go from California to Philadelphia every day.

There is 1 airport in Philadelphia. From California there are direct flights to Philadelphia (PHL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Philadelphia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Philadelphia Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Philadelphia Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Philadelphia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philadelphia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philadelphia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Philadelphia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Philadelphia is Boeing 737 MAX 9, representing 24.56% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 23.80%, Boeing 737-900 at 13.82%, and Airbus A321neo at 7.78%.

Best airlines flying from California to Philadelphia

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $83	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,637 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $109	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,964 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,980 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,459 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,692 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $229	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,670 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $244	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,301 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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