Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.
Los Angeles is three hours behind Philadelphia and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Take your pick of 54 weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. The 05:25 departure with American Airlines is the earliest you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:50.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Jetting into Los Angeles (and then seeing more of United States!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
American Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for PHL to LAX flights, with 81.98% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PHL and LAX include:
Denver International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Rs17,392 is currently the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs34,770. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PHL to LAX.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Los Angeles. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.
