Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $330 to $779. The lowest price recently found on this route was $287.

Question 1

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 162 minutes.

Question 2

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $330 to $779.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $287.

Question 3

What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

Question 4

How have Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights are approximately 49% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

18 flights are operational daily from Philadelphia to Los Angeles as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 14:00, with 57% of flights per day taking off at midday.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 127 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 7

Can stopping save me money on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight.

Question 8

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 9

What is the cheapest Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route?

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Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The month of June is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $407.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to Los Angeles from Philadelphia in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $661 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Los Angeles are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $2,168. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 12

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

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 $538 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $425 on momondo.

Question 13

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 14

What is the most punctual flight time for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from Philadelphia. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was $661. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $2,045. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

Question 16

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

JetBlue and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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 Los Angeles Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $407.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

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

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?

What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

Can stopping save me money on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight.

How have Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights are approximately 49% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

JetBlue and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 162 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

18 flights are operational daily from Philadelphia to Los Angeles as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 14:00, with 57% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, 127 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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