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$48+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to California

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PHL — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
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Round-trip from

$126
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One-way from

$48
(Trip.com)

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December

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September

Average price

$365

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$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/117:40 pmPHL - BUR
1 stop16h 17mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/185:34 pmBUR - PHL
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$112
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/197:40 pmPHL - OAK
2 stops19h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/2612:11 pmOAK - PHL
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$120
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/18:31 amPHL - ONT
1 stop12h 25mFrontier
Tue 4/82:43 pmONT - PHL
1 stop13h 04mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:45 amPHL - SNA
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Wed 4/212:25 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop13h 50mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$130
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Sat 3/227:35 amPHL - LAS
Nonstop5h 53mFrontier
Fri 3/2811:00 pmLAS - PHL
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$130
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Wed 3/2611:08 amPHL - LAS
3 stops22h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/110:23 pmLAS - PHL
Nonstop4h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$131
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Mon 3/3110:08 pmPHL - SNA
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/53:33 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/97:40 pmPHL - LAS
Nonstop5h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/127:28 pmLAS - PHL
1 stop6h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$134
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Sun 3/237:40 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop23h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/291:24 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop13h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$148
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/246:40 amPHL - BUR
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Wed 3/2612:33 pmBUR - PHL
1 stop13h 37mFrontier
Deal found 2/18$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:34 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop15h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/2911:40 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$151
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Wed 6/45:35 pmPHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 45mFrontier
Mon 6/910:35 pmLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 23mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$158

Find flights from Philadelphia to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Philadelphia

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaOakland

PHL - OAK

PHLOAK

Philadelphia

Wed 3/19

7:40 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops19h 31m

Oakland

Wed 3/26

12:11 pm-6:05 am

1 stop14h 54m

$126

PhiladelphiaOntario

PHL - ONT

PHLONT

Philadelphia

Tue 4/1

7:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop11h 04m

Ontario

Tue 4/8

2:43 pm-6:47 am

1 stop13h 04m

$130

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Wed 3/26

6:45 am-11:44 am

1 stop7h 59m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/2

12:25 pm-5:15 am

1 stop13h 50m

$130

PhiladelphiaBurbank

PHL - BUR

PHLBUR

Philadelphia

Fri 3/14

7:40 pm-8:57 am

1 stop16h 17m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 3/18

11:38 am-5:44 am

1 stop15h 06m

$130

PhiladelphiaReno

PHL - RNO

PHLRNO

Philadelphia

Mon 4/7

6:40 am-11:37 am

1 stop7h 57m

Reno

Mon 4/14

7:37 pm-6:47 am

1 stop8h 10m

$130

PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Sat 3/22

7:35 am-10:28 am

Nonstop5h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/28

11:00 pm-6:39 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$130

PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Wed 3/26

11:08 am-7:01 am

3 stops22h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/1

10:23 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop4h 42m

$131

PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Sun 3/9

7:40 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/12

7:28 pm-5:15 am

1 stop6h 47m

$134

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Wed 4/2

10:08 pm-9:57 am

1 stop14h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/7

3:33 pm-6:05 am

1 stop11h 32m

$135

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Thu 3/20

7:40 pm-11:46 am

1 stop19h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/4

12:10 pm-6:05 am

1 stop14h 55m

$148

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Philadelphia to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to California (average of $246). Flying from Philadelphia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Philadelphia to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Philadelphia to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to California?

    Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Philadelphia to California. It is only a 7.0 mi journey to Philadelphia (PHL) from Philadelphia’s city center.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to California flight route?

    The Philadelphia to California flight path was viewed by 100 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $48. Spirit Airlines flights start at $63 while deals on American Airlines start at $115 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Philadelphia to California?

    While some choose either Philadelphia - Los Angeles or Philadelphia - San Francisco, Philadelphia - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from Philadelphia to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to California?

    Consider Fiji Airways (85%), Qantas Airways (82%) or China Southern (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $73. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) can be booked for $86 on average our data indicates $1,194 when flying from Philadelphia to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to California (average of $246). Flying from Philadelphia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Philadelphia to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$122Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$135Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$135Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$140Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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