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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Philadelphia, with most prices found around $240. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Los Angeles from Philadelphia during October instead. Flights to Los Angeles in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $254.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $369. 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 Los Angeles on Sunday is $533.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the evening. Flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $238. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $534 per ticket.
What is the cheapest Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $331 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Philadelphia for as low as $268 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Los Angeles
What airlines fly to Los Angeles?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Philadelphia 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 Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Los Angeles on average per day?
As of July 2025, 19 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 47% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Los Angeles on average per week?
As of July 2025, there are 138 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 24% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Philadelphia to Los Angeles by plane?
The straight-line distance from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2390.9 mi. 5h 41m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport is 9 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is Airbus A321neo, representing 71.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 8.10%, Airbus A320neo at 6.90%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 6.30%.
What is the most popular airline from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is American Airlines, representing 61% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Spirit Airlines at 30%, Frontier at 6%, and Delta at 1%.
Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Los Angeles with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $89 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,103 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $100 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,291 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $135 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,918 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,975 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $191 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $210 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $296 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,272 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $302 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,858 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $305 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 340 reviews |
United Airlines Flights From Philadelphia to Los Angeles
United Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, operating 5 flights/week on average for this route. A good United Airlines flight deal for Philadelphia to Los Angeles starts from $302 round-trip, up to an average price of $502. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7.4/10.
American Airlines Flights From Philadelphia to Los Angeles
American Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. American Airlines flight deals for Philadelphia to Los Angeles start from as low as $191 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average American Airlines deals seen on momondo around $418. American Airlines operates 20 flights to Los Angeles from Philadelphia in an average week. Users have rated it 7.2/10 across 10,000 reviews.
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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Los Angeles from Philadelphia.
Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Los Angeles from Philadelphia.
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