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Philadelphia.$195 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $195, select.
Philadelphia.$211 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.
Philadelphia.$211 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.
Philadelphia.$227 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.
Philadelphia.$238 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Thu, 7 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $238, select.
Philadelphia.$239 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.
Philadelphia.$239 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.
Philadelphia.$254 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $254, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Philadelphia flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $295
Aug
from $211
Sep
from $195
Oct
from $239
Nov
from $254
Dec
from $340
Jan
from $686
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Mar
from $805
Apr
from $811
May
from $744
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Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia

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Los Angeles to Philadelphia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$195
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week250

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

There are 6 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Blue Bell, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia is $195. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia.
American Airlines, Qantas and British Airways fly direct from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia.
As of July 2025, there are 250 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia is usually September.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Philadelphia. We've found flights into this airport from $195.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia on Sunday, 14 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 10 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Philadelphia.

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

  • Book a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Philadelphia is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). You can select from 51 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to PHL is the 00:31 American Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:26 with American Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your LAX to Philadelphia flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at LAX and fly nonstop to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia tickets.

  • You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia. Get on board with any of these:

  • LAX is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near LAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:

  • 81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from LAX.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

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

  • $91 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $195. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Lock in cheap flights from LAX to Philadelphia by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • June is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from LAX to Philadelphia.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near PHL:

  • Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before your flight from LAX to Philadelphia can help you get the best possible rate.

  • You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LAX to Philadelphia flight:

  • Budget, National and Enterprise make collecting a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN can land you a better rate.

  • You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Philadelphia

  • Travel to Philadelphia during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Book a Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about Philadelphia

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Boston is another well-known destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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