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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Philadelphia:

• Earliest: departs at 00:59 and lands at 06:08
• Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 05:08.

The flight takes about 5h 09m.

A direct flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia takes 5h 09m, covering 6,202 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia range from $775 to $1,064, with an average of $917 over the past 12 months. Anything below $775 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $917 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $509 return via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared with $950 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $88–$177 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $715 to $5,430. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Philadelphia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $347, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $50 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Payless
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Alamo

Flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Philadelphia route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 48m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) – 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $841 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,031, a difference of $191.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Philadelphia. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Aer Lingus

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 19m, compared to 7h 27m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 7h 39m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

Philadelphia is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Philadelphia flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class
• Delta: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, conveniently for travelers there is an onsite hotel at Philadelphia International Airport. The Philadelphia Airport Marriott is directly connected to Philadelphia International Airport, making it ideal for travelers arriving late at night, whether it is due to a delay or other factors. Additionally, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Airport and Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport are just adjacent to the airport and offer free shuttle service to and from the airport.

Airlines such as Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines all offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia. There are also one-stop flights available via airlines such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier Airlines. Common layover cities on such one-stop flights include Denver, Atlanta, and Chicago.

Downtown Philadelphia is a breeze to reach from Philadelphia International Airport, thanks to the Airport Regional Rail Line train service. Trains run every half-hour, with stops at the airport’s various terminals and throughout the city on the way to the city center.

Philadelphia International Airport is a very pet-friendly airport, with eight designated “Pet Ports” located across each of the airport’s terminals. There are also seven more additional outdoor pet relief areas with four in the Departures area and three in the Arrivals area of the airport.