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

21 flights are operational daily from Philadelphia to Los Angeles as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 15:00, with 40% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 171 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

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

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

According to our data, Japan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of November 2025, 152 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

United Airlines, JetBlue, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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

Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $433.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from Philadelphia. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $1,056. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $3,708. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $523 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Philadelphia for as low as $433 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of November 2025, prices for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Philadelphia to Los Angeles by plane?
The distance between Philadelphia and Los Angeles is about 3847.7 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 7h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Philadelphia Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is Airbus A321neo, representing 44.09% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 20.72%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 17.28%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 5.62%.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $433.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of November 2025, prices for Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

United Airlines, JetBlue, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 171 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

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

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

According to our data, Japan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

21 flights are operational daily from Philadelphia to Los Angeles as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 15:00, with 40% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of November 2025, 152 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in Los Angeles 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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