$54 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles (PHL-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $54 for one-way flights and $108 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Sat, May 31
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$108 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $108 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Fri, May 30
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$119 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $119 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Tue, Jun 3
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$125 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$125
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $125 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 11
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$128 Roundtrip, just found
$128
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $128 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Wed, May 21
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$130 Roundtrip, just found
$130
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $130 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Sun, Jun 8
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$133 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Jun 8, priced at $133 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 11
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$155 Roundtrip, just found
$155
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $155 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 11
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$221 Roundtrip, just found
$221
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $221 just found
Delta
Wed, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 11
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$277 Roundtrip, just found
$277
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $277 just found
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
PHL
Philadelphia
LAX
Los Angeles
$291 Roundtrip, just found
$291
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $291 just found

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Snag cheap return tickets starting from $158 from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving PHL on May 20 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PHL to LAX?
The cheapest flights from PHL to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with American Airlines and travel straight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PHL to LAX?
With prices starting from $79 for a one-way flight from PHL to LAX, Spirit Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PHL on July 4 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Daily, an average of 5 nonstop flights operate from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Choose the departure time that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights between PHL and LAX tend to be busiest at 8 AM. If you’d like a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper fares, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from PHL to LAX?
Travel on a Friday if you’re searching for the best selection of flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The first flight of the day leaving Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) is at around 8:33AM UTC-5. Hop on this flight and you’ll land at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at approximately 11:45AM UTC-8. The overall travel time is 6h 12m.
How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
It takes around 6 hours and 13 minutes to fly the 2,400 mi from PHL to LAX.
What airline has the least delays from PHL to LAX?
American Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), with an on-time score of 81%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight schedule before you jet off and get notified of any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Book a flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Later departures are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the only airport in Los Angeles with direct flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). Explore your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Booking your flight from PHL to LAX shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. But if there’s some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PHL to LAX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a PHL to LAX flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, managing everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your PHL to LAX flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want more information, head to our Customer Service portal.
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