Question 1

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 18 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Philadelphia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 43% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 2

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 3

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia delayed?

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Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Los Angeles and Philadelphia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 156 minutes.

Question 4

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

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Flying to Philadelphia from Los Angeles in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $487 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Philadelphia is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,108.

Question 5

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on average per week?

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As of January 2026, 132 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Philadelphia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 6

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

How far in advance should I book a flight to Philadelphia?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Philadelphia from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Philadelphia for around $589 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Philadelphia from Los Angeles for as low as $464 on momondo.

Question 8

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 9

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight route?

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Fly from Los Angeles to Philadelphia for the best Los Angeles - Philadelphia flight prices

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $71. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $610. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Philadelphia.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

If you aren’t able to travel to Philadelphia during the month of August, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $443.

Question 12

How have Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights are approximately 48% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 13

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

JetBlue is the most popular carrier operating from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Question 14

Which airlines fly to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Spirit Airlines, JetBlue and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia from Los Angeles according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 15

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights?

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Philadelphia Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Philadelphia Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Philadelphia Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Philadelphia Airport.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Philadelphia Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Philadelphia Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

If you aren’t able to travel to Philadelphia during the month of August, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $443.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Philadelphia?

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights are approximately 48% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

JetBlue is the most popular carrier operating from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Which airlines fly to Philadelphia?

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Los Angeles and Philadelphia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights?

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on average per day?

As of January 2026, 18 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Philadelphia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 43% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on average per week?

As of January 2026, 132 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Philadelphia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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