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Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Philadelphia flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Alternative Los Angeles International to Philadelphia routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Los Angeles to Philadelphia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$131
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week314

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, North Philadelphia, Blue Bell, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia is $131. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia.
American Airlines, British Airways and Air Tahiti Nui fly direct from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia.
There are 682 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia, as of May 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Philadelphia is usually May.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 7.0 miles away from the center of Philadelphia. We've found flights to this airport from $131.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 9 minutes.
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We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 60°F. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 85°F. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 22°F. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Philadelphia.

Flying Out of Los Angeles International (LAX)

LAX is one of the busiest airports in the world. Make sure to get to there with time to spare. For domestic flights like Los Angeles to Philadelphia, get to the airport at least two hours before your flight. LAX recommends arriving earlier if your flight is during peak times, such as 6:30 to 9:00 am, 11 am to 2 pm, or 8 pm to 11 pm.

Los Angeles International has nine terminals. If you're flying American Airlines, you'll leave out of terminal 4 or 5. Spirit Airlines departs from terminal 5, while Virgin America uses terminal 6. All of these terminals feature a variety of restaurants and shops, and terminal 5 boasts a spa.

Philadelphia Airport Options

There are two airport options for flying into Philadelphia: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Philadelphia International Airport is located seven miles from downtown Philadelphia. Trenton-Mercer Airport is four miles from Trenton, New Jersey, and around 35 to 40 miles from Philadelphia.

Of the two, Philadelphia International is much larger, with direct flights available from LA on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Starting on September 1, 2017, direct flights will be available from Virgin America.

There are no direct flights from Los Angeles to Trenton-Mercer, although you can get a connecting flight from Frontier or Allegiant, the two airlines that fly from that airport.

Arriving in Philadelphia

Trenton-Mercer Airport has just one passenger terminal. For ground transportation, rental cars are available from National and Enterprise. You can take a taxi or limo from Trenton-Mercer to a train or other form of public transportation.

Philadelphia International Airport has seven terminals. Should you need to travel between terminals, shuttles are available. A rental car a is a good option for ground transportation around Philadelphia. To find one, check out Skyscanner's car rental tool.

Another smart option for ground travel is the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transit Authority (SEPTA) Regional Rail Line. This train runs every half hour from the airport to the city center from 5:07 am until 12:30 am. Taxis, limos, and shared-ride vans are also forms of transportation available from Philadelphia International.

Weather and Time Zone Information

Los Angeles is known for warm temperatures and very little rain. By contrast, Philadelphia has consistent rainfall or snow throughout the year. Temperatures in Philadelphia range from 25°F in the winter to 86°F in the summer.

LA is in the Pacific Time Zone, and Philadelphia is three hours ahead of LA in the Eastern Time Zone.

What to Do in Philly

To make the most of your time in the City of Brotherly Love, read our Guide For What to Do in Philadelphia. Philadelphia has a host of cultural, historical, and entertainment attractions for you to take in.


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