Travelling from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) leaving from either of these.
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport flight.
Philadelphia is three hours ahead of Los Angeles. Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.
With 51 direct flights a week between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:31am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from LAX to PHL is with American Airlines at 11:26pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to PHL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can find a direct flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
At LAX, you can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport, such as:
American Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from LAX to PHL.
With a dependable 92.45% of services arriving on schedule, Spirit Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Los Angeles to PHL flight? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near PHL and be in snooze mode sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Philadelphia and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport flight.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
Central Philadelphia is roughly 11 kilometres from Philadelphia International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport is Rs30,492. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs60,408. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from Los Angeles to PHL, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Plan your visit to Philadelphia in February for a more low-key escape.
Book a Los Angeles to PHL flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just two of the big attractions to add to your Philadelphia travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 137 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Central Park to Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Baltimore is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres south-west of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
