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Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA by flight

The journey from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA by flight is 3,847.88 km and takes 11 hrs 11 mins. There are 29 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:25 a.m. and the last at 11:55 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA by flight for as little as $125.87 or as much as $2,226.93. The best price for this journey is $125.87.

Lowest Price $125.87
Journey Duration 11 hrs 11 mins
Connection per Day 29
Lowest Price $125.87
Highest Price $2,226.93
First Departure 12:25 a.m.
Last Departure 11:55 p.m.
Distance 3,847.88 km
Departure Philadelphia, PA
Arrival Los Angeles, CA
Carriers Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines

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Price as departure date approaches

Airlines may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $109.75 to $463.72 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 76% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap flight tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA

The cheapest Philadelphia, PA - Los Angeles, CA flight tickets can be found for as low as $144.06 if you’re lucky, or $293.95 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $449.78.

Find the best day to travel to Los Angeles, CA by plane

When travelling to Los Angeles, CA by plane, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA
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Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA CO2 Emissions by Flight

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Train
269.35kg
Bus
288.59kg
Flight
769.58kg
Car
615.66kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flight ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA?
A flight ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA is $698.14. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $125.87.
What's the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA is $125.87. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Philadelphia, PA and Los Angeles, CA by flight?
Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA is 3,847.88 km.
How long does the flight between Philadelphia, PA and Los Angeles, CA take?
Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA is on average 11 hrs 11 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 46 mins.
Which companies operate from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA?
The flight journey from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines, Frontier, Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Spirit Airlines.
How many flight connections per day go from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA?
Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA has 29 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first flight from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA leave?
The earliest flight from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 12:25 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last flight from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA depart?
The latest flight from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 11:55 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest flight ticket we have found is $125.87 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Philadelphia, PA to go to Los Angeles, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA by flight?
The fastest journey time by flight between Philadelphia, PA and Los Angeles, CA is 5 hrs 46 mins.
Is there a direct flight from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, there is a direct flight between Philadelphia, PA and Los Angeles, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA by flight?
The flight journey from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA creates 769.58kg of CO2 emissions.

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