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

The number of flights available between Philadelphia and California is 44 per day as of October 2026. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 44% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

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

What airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, American Airlines and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Philadelphia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

310 flights are operational weekly from Philadelphia to California as of October 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to California is 7 as of October 2026.

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

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 Philadelphia Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:00 am - 4:38 pmPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

13h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:13 pm - 6:01 amONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

10h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$194Frontier

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

4:40 pm - 9:35 pmPHL Philadelphia-PSP Palm Springs

7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

7:15 am - 5:00 pmPSP Palm Springs-PHL Philadelphia

6h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

$237Southwest

Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12

3:10 pm - 8:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-PSP Palm Springs

7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

9:35 am - 11:25 pmPSP Palm Springs-PHL Philadelphia

10h 50m2 stops Sacramento Intl Denver Intl

$242Southwest

Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

5:14 pm - 4:38 pmPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

26h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth

4:13 pm - 6:01 amONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

10h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$245Frontier

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

4:00 pm - 11:19 pmPHL Philadelphia-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 19m1 stop Los Angeles

11:02 pm - 9:37 amSMF Sacramento Intl-PHL Philadelphia

7h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$249American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

12:34 pm - 6:51 pmPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

9h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:28 am - 9:06 pmONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

8h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$253American Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

7:02 am - 3:13 pmPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

11h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4:09 pm - 5:32 amONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

10h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$253Alaska Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11

7:00 am - 12:30 pmPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

8h 30m1 stop Salt Lake City

6:00 am - 5:40 pmONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

8h 40m1 stop Salt Lake City

$257Delta

Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9

6:35 am - 11:27 amPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

7h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 5:40 pmONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

8h 40m1 stop Salt Lake City

$257Delta

Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12

7:00 am - 4:36 pmPHL Philadelphia-BUR Hollywood Burbank

12h 36m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:32 pm - 5:40 amBUR Hollywood Burbank-PHL Philadelphia

9h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$383Alaska Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5

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5:50 am - 10:29 amPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

7h 39m1 stop Denver Intl

8:35 pm - 7:18 amONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

7h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$233Frontier

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25

5:50 am - 10:29 amPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

7h 39m1 stop Denver Intl

8:35 pm - 7:18 amONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

7h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$234Frontier

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25

5:50 am - 10:29 amPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

7h 39m1 stop Denver Intl

4:09 pm - 5:32 amONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

10h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$402Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 11

5:50 am - 10:29 amPHL Philadelphia-ONT Ontario

7h 39m1 stop Denver Intl

4:09 pm - 5:32 amONT Ontario-PHL Philadelphia

10h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$403Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 10

6:10 am - 11:25 amPHL Philadelphia-SAN San Diego

8h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:30 pm - 9:39 amSAN San Diego-PHL Philadelphia

8h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$432United Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25

6:10 am - 11:25 amPHL Philadelphia-SAN San Diego

8h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:45 am - 9:15 pmSAN San Diego-PHL Philadelphia

8h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$432United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22

3:40 pm - 8:00 pmPHL Philadelphia-LAX Los Angeles

7h 20m1 stop Dallas Love Field

11:20 am - 10:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-PHL Philadelphia

8h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl

$463Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Dec 5

3:26 pm - 12:50 amPHL Philadelphia-SFO San Francisco

12h 24m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

11:30 am - 11:43 pmSFO San Francisco-PHL Philadelphia

9h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$463JetBlue

Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27

4:15 pm - 11:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-LAX Los Angeles

10h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1:05 am - 1:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-PHL Philadelphia

8h 55m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl

$472Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Dec 4

3:26 pm - 12:50 amPHL Philadelphia-SFO San Francisco

12h 24m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

11:30 am - 11:43 pmSFO San Francisco-PHL Philadelphia

9h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$475JetBlue

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

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Jan 23

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Nov 4

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SFO12:25 amSan Francisco

Nov 15

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$408

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Oct 29

PHL1:18 pmPhiladelphia

10h 31m

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LAX8:49 pmLos Angeles

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LAX8:30 pmLos Angeles

10h 07m

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PHL9:37 amPhiladelphia

$429

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Nov 2

PHL10:27 amPhiladelphia

11h 52m

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LAX9:59 amLos Angeles

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1 stop8h 40m

$257

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Wed 1/6

6:35 am-11:27 am

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1 stop8h 40m

$257

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Wed 12/2

7:00 am-4:36 pm

1 stop12h 36m

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Sat 12/5

5:32 pm-5:40 am

1 stop9h 08m

$383

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $447.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Philadelphia to California is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $534. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $762.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $550. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $781 on average. Flights to California from Philadelphia in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Philadelphia to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $515 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Philadelphia for as low as $443 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$103
Fastest flight time	5h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $103. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $194.

The fastest flight from Philadelphia to California takes 5h 20m

Direct flights go from Philadelphia to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Philadelphia there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to California is 7 as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to California?
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 Philadelphia Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Philadelphia to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Philadelphia to California is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (30.10% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (29.82%), Airbus A321-100/200 (13.69%), and Boeing 737 (7.89%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $127	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,527 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $181	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 13,088 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $182	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,059 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,651 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,212 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,389 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,178 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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