£78 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Los Angeles (LAXA)

Q: How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.

Q: How much are return flights from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles?

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles is £78. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles?

5 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles?

American Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and Iberia fly direct from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles?

As of March 2025, there are 304 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles is usually March.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Los Angeles?

If you're flying from Philadelphia International Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 12.2 miles away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from £78 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles on Saturday, 22 March 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 57 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles?

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Los Angeles.£78 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Mar, returning Tue, 25 Mar.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 22 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 25 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £78, select.

Los Angeles.£78 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Mar, returning Wed, 2 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 26 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £78, select.

Los Angeles.£80 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 1 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £80, select.

Los Angeles.£89 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.

Los Angeles.£89 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.

Los Angeles.£105 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £105, select.

Los Angeles.£129 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £129, select.

Los Angeles.£140 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £140, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Philadelphia to Los Angeles: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£78
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	5 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	304

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Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

Approximately 5 hours 12 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours behind Philadelphia, where Philadelphia International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Choose from 54 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to LAX is the 05:25 American Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:50 with Spirit Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from PHL to Los Angeles. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Nonstop flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will be your arrival point.
Book your ticket with American Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles.
Once you've booked your cheap tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, get your documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're flying within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes approximately 44 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 12 miles in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near PHL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles

£41 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £78. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap tickets from PHL to Los Angeles by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from PHL to Los Angeles every day.
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Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 20 miles from central Los Angeles. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 20 miles from the centre of Los Angeles. After your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 41 minutes.
After your flight from PHL to Los Angeles, settle in at a hotel near VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Los Angeles

July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from PHL to Los Angeles sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Los Angeles to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

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