Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights typically cost between $649 and $993 in October. The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $692 on Southwest (21 Oct–24 Oct).

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Question 4

How much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights typically cost between $649 and $993 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $692 on Southwest (21 Oct–24 Oct).

Question 5

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia delayed?

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About 14% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Philadelphia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 163 minutes.

Question 6

How popular is this Los Angeles to Philadelphia flight route?

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This flight path from Los Angeles to Philadelphia was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Question 7

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

For as low as $709, Southwest can have you in Philadelphia from Los Angeles in 8h 30m. Los Angeles and Philadelphia are separated by a distance of 3854 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Question 8

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is 32 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia (average of $843). Flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $986). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 10

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

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The most flights from LAX to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Question 13

What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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Before booking your flight to Philadelphia from Los Angeles, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Iberia (86%), Aer Lingus (81%), Air Tahiti Nui( 77%).

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to PHL?

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When flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Question 15

Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 16

How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.

Question 17

Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 18

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Philadelphia from Los Angeles today with Cheapflights!

Question 19

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Philadelphia from Los Angeles by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Question 20

Can Cheapflights find flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia with no change fees?

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Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Question 21

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Round-trip from	$692
One-way from	$312
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	$932

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is 32 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to PHL?

When flying from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights typically cost between $649 and $993 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $692 on Southwest (21 Oct–24 Oct).

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

The most flights from LAX to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Philadelphia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 163 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 September 2026.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 September 2026.

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Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights typically cost between $649 and $993 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $692 on Southwest (21 Oct–24 Oct).