Journey information
Overview: Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA flight
Flights from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA depart on average 55 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) if you book in advance.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 2388 miles (3844 km) distance in 5h 36m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2388 miles (3844 km) |
Average flight duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Flights per day 55 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 5h 36m |
Cheapest month to travel July |
First flight 00:20 |
Last flight 23:58 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$560
Average price
$623
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Flights per day
39
Distance
3844 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $623 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $560.
Of the 39 flights that leave Philadelphia, PA for Los Angeles, CA onTue, Nov 18, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct flights cover the 3844 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the longest flights will take 6 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
UA489 · UA2034
UA2383 · UA2154
B61460 · B6387
UA1048 · UA5661
UA1048 · UA2628
AA897
AA817
AA2408
AA598
AA824Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €67, and a train costs an average of €243.
Distance: 2388 miles (3844 km)
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€178 Average price Cheapest | €429 Average price | €276 Average price |
9h 13m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 66h 11m Average total duration 65h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 64h 38m Average total duration 64h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
11.5 - 23.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.8 - 9.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA flight times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA flights for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
B61460 · B6387 | 11:00 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h49 | 8:49 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1048 | 11:25 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h03 | 8:28 PM John Wayne Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA598 | 11:30 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 6h07 | 5:37 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
B6375 · B6201 | 12:00 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 11h15 | 11:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS446 · AS1408 · AS713 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 13h16 | 1:18 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS2185 · AS2089 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 11h34 | 11:36 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS1338 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 18h44 | 6:46 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS446 · AS1300 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 13h49 | 1:51 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS446 · AS524 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h17 | 4:19 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS446 · AS3204 · AS2164 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 13h18 | 1:20 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS2076 · AS2140 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h11 | 4:13 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS3207 · AS2091 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 14h06 | 2:08 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS1408 · AS278 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h35 | 4:37 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS678 · AS3022 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h39 | 4:41 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS738 · AS3022 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h39 | 4:41 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS1321 · AS2012 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h01 | 4:03 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS2354 · AS278 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h35 | 4:37 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS454 · AS2164 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 13h18 | 1:20 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS467 · AS2140 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h11 | 4:13 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS738 · AS2182 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 15h27 | 3:29 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS680 · AS2096 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 14h34 | 2:36 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS1411 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 15h20 | 3:22 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS446 · AS1321 · AS3414 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h45 | 5:47 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS680 · AS2474 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h31 | 5:33 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS655 · AS3496 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 12h59 | 1:01 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS769 · AS2205 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h12 | 5:14 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS657 · AS3278 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h21 | 4:23 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS1385 · AS2474 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h31 | 5:33 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS655 · AS2096 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 14h34 | 2:36 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS63 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h37 | 5:39 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS446 · AS521 · AS3278 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h21 | 4:23 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS655 · AS2474 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h31 | 5:33 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS696 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 10h06 | 10:08 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS446 · AS2326 · AS2140 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h11 | 4:13 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS2144 · AS713 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 13h16 | 1:18 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS446 · AS2144 · AS278 | 12:02 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 16h35 | 4:37 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2383 · UA1013 | 1:08 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h58 | 9:06 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2383 · UA430 | 1:08 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h25 | 8:33 PM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2383 · UA2154 | 1:08 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h51 | 8:59 PM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA2383 · UA1320 | 1:08 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h55 | 9:03 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2611 · UA2460 | 1:15 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h07 | 10:22 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2611 · UA492 | 1:15 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h52 | 10:07 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA824 | 1:56 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 6h09 | 8:05 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
B6360 · B6487 | 2:22 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 11h09 | 1:31 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA489 · UA1563 | 2:45 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 15h04 | 5:49 AM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA489 · UA1012 | 2:45 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 10h46 | 1:31 AM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA489 · UA1252 | 2:45 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h35 | 11:20 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA622 · UA2465 · UA2490 | 3:05 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 10h23 | 1:28 AM Burbank | 2 transfers | |
UA622 · UA2090 · UA1012 | 3:05 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 10h26 | 1:31 AM Burbank | 2 transfers | |
AA2408 | 3:27 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 6h03 | 9:30 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3494 · UA2331 · UA2165 | 3:34 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 11h02 | 2:36 AM Ontario International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3494 · UA1434 · UA2490 | 3:34 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h54 | 1:28 AM Burbank | 2 transfers | |
UA3494 · UA1689 | 3:34 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h52 | 11:26 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3494 · UA1587 · UA1012 | 3:34 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h57 | 1:31 AM Burbank | 2 transfers | |
B62275 · B6301 | 5:00 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h55 | 2:55 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1801 · UA592 | 5:40 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h07 | 2:47 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1801 · UA2124 | 5:40 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h35 | 2:15 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2197 · UA1743 | 5:47 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h20 | 2:07 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA713 | 6:57 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 6h05 | 1:02 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1943 · UA2171 | 8:48 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h15 | 5:03 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1943 · UA1368 | 8:48 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h59 | 4:47 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1943 · UA2411 | 8:48 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h53 | 4:41 AM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA1943 · UA1109 | 8:48 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h56 | 4:44 AM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA817 | 8:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 6h02 | 2:57 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
B6760 · B6187 | 9:52 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h40 | 7:32 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA457 · UA1504 | 10:07 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h06 | 6:13 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA457 · UA661 | 10:07 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h50 | 6:57 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2474 · UA434 | 10:58 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h23 | 7:21 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2665 · UA2607 | 11:31 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h28 | 7:59 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, November 18 | |||||
AA897 | 12:02 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 5h56 | 5:58 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS443 · AS347 · AS2163 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h38 | 5:50 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS443 · AS2281 · AS2441 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h06 | 5:18 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS443 · AS1306 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 18h47 | 6:59 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS443 · AS3392 · AS581 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h38 | 5:50 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS443 · AS696 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 21h56 | 10:08 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS443 · AS2100 · AS3304 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h36 | 5:48 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS443 · AS498 · AS581 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h38 | 5:50 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS443 · AS1316 | 12:12 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h03 | 5:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3605 · UA1385 | 1:00 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h59 | 8:59 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Academy Awards, annual ceremony honoring outstanding achievements in the film industry
- LA County Fair, a large fair featuring rides, food, and entertainment
- Hollywood Bowl Concerts, summer concert series held at the iconic outdoor venue
- Rose Parade, New Year's Day parade showcasing elaborate flower-covered floats.
- Memorial Day, long weekend marking the unofficial start of summer with beach activities
- Independence Day, celebrations with fireworks and barbecues
- Labor Day, a holiday that offers a chance to enjoy the last days of summer before fall
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and festive meals in pleasant weather.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in terminals A-F, including duty-free and local Philadelphia shops.
- Parking available in garages and economy lot, approximately 3.8€ ($4) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminals A-F, including fast food and sit-down options like Chickie's & Pete's and Legal Sea Foods
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as Philadelphia Airport Marriott connected to terminal B.
- Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge entry fee.
- Lounges available, including American Airlines Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club.
- Lost and Found located in terminal D.
- Car rental services available at the airport, with companies like Hertz and Avis
- SEPTA Airport Line, Philadelphia Intertiol Airport Station, 7 miles
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and brands like Hudson News and DFS.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 6.6€ ($7) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in various terminals, including Delta Sky Club and United Club.
- Located in the LAX Airport Police Division, open daily.
- Bus: 102, 111, 117, 232, 40
- Metro: Green Line (Aviation/LAX Station)
- Train: NA
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