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Flight deals from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,680. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.R 1,819 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,819, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,826 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,826, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,915 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,915, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,926 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,926, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,245 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,245, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,345 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,345, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,737 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,737, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,737 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,737, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,034 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,034, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,123 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,123, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,631 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,631, select.
Los Angeles.R 6,487 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,487, select.
Los Angeles.R 6,920 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,920, select.
Los Angeles.R 8,249 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,249, select.
Los Angeles.R 8,386 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,386, select.
Los Angeles.R 9,311 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,311, 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 August.
Jun
from R 3,034
Jul
from R 2,245
Aug
from R 1,819
Sep
from R 1,826
Oct
from R 1,915
Nov
from R 1,926
Dec
from R 2,345
Jan
from R 3,631
Feb
from R 6,920
Mar
from R 6,487
Apr
from R 8,386
May
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Direct flights from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles

Alternative Philadelphia International to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Hawthorne

17km from central Los Angeles
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from R 6,266
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Burbank

19km from central Los Angeles
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Los Angeles International

20km from central Los Angeles
from R 1,819
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Long Beach Municipal

28km from central Los Angeles
from R 3,570
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Los Angeles Van Nuys

28km from central Los Angeles
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Santa Ana John Wayne

55km from central Los Angeles
from R 2,053
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Ontario International

60km from central Los Angeles
from R 1,963
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Philadelphia to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,819
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week223

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

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.
The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles is R 4,294. 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.
5 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles.
American Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and British Airways fly direct from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles.
As of June 2026, there are 446 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Los Angeles is usually September.
If you're flying from Philadelphia International Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from R 4,294.
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 Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 57 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, jetBlue and Frontier Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

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

  • Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles.

  • Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, Los Angeles is three hours behind Philadelphia.

  • The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can select from 47 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're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:33 with Spirit Airlines.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your PHL to Los Angeles flight.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles ticket. Start your journey at PHL and land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, such as:

  • Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a hotel close to PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 77% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

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

  • R 1,819 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 4,294. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap flights from PHL to Los Angeles, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from PHL to Los Angeles couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Find an affordable flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Think about booking a hotel near LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from PHL to Los Angeles can help you get the best possible rate.

  • The street address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • The centre of Los Angeles is about 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • There are some great places to rest your head close to VNY. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your PHL to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from VNY ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are major attractions which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • Around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.

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