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

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

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 181 minutes.

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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

How popular is this Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route?

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

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

A quick flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles can take about 8h 15m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 620. Airlines will cover a distance of 3854 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

The most flights from PHL to LAX are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

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

Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Philadelphia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: STARLUX Airlines (89%), Air Tahiti Nui (86%), Japan Airlines( 85%).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles (average of C$ 672). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 832). 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.

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 64% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights typically cost between C$ 667 and C$ 1,011 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 517 on Alaska Airlines (16 Jan-23 Jan).

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How popular is this Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight route?
The Philadelphia to Los Angeles flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
A quick flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles can take about 8h 15m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 620. Airlines will cover a distance of 3854 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Philadelphia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: STARLUX Airlines (89%), Air Tahiti Nui (86%), Japan Airlines( 85%).
Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles (average of C$ 672). Flying from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 832). 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 64% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights typically cost between C$ 667 and C$ 1,011 in January.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 517 on Alaska Airlines (16 Jan-23 Jan).

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

The most flights from PHL to LAX are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 181 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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Philadelphia to Los Angeles flights typically cost between C$ 667 and C$ 1,011 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 517 on Alaska Airlines (16 Jan-23 Jan).