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$85+ Cheap flights from California to Pennsylvania

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LAX — PHL
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from California to Pennsylvania

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$85
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$442

Good round-trip deal

$226 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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From California to Pennsylvania
One-way flight from California to Pennsylvania
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from California to Pennsylvania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Pennsylvania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 5/138:50 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mFrontier
Sat 5/1711:30 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$153
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:00 amLAX - EWR
1 stop13h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1710:15 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$156
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2912:58 pmBUR - EWR
1 stop14h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/45:54 pmEWR - BUR
1 stop16h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$169
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/910:04 amLAX - LGA
1 stop9h 57mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/234:38 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop11h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$175
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/102:23 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/137:59 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$192
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/306:00 amLAX - JFK
1 stop9h 52mJetBlue
Wed 4/309:15 pmJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 3/27$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 5/1311:20 amLAX - JFK
1 stop8h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1711:30 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$205
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/261:52 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/3010:00 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$215
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/268:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 5/25:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/125:57 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/178:07 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/168:20 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 05mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/188:19 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3010:33 amSFO - JFK
1 stop9h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/77:20 amJFK - SFO
1 stop9h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$218

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Pennsylvania 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Pennsylvania that are best for you.

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California

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Pennsylvania

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

8:50 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/17

11:30 am-2:41 pm

Nonstop6h 11m

$153

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-10:04 pm

1 stop13h 04m

Newark

Sat 5/17

10:15 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$156

BurbankNewark

BUR - EWR

BUREWR

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 4/29

12:58 pm-6:43 am

1 stop14h 45m

Newark

Sun 5/4

5:54 pm-7:10 am

1 stop16h 16m

$169

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

10:04 am-11:01 pm

1 stop9h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/23

4:38 pm-1:11 am

1 stop11h 33m

$175

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

2:23 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

Newark

Tue 5/13

7:59 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop6h 18m

$192

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 4/30

6:00 am-6:52 pm

1 stop9h 52m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/30

9:15 pm-1:04 am

Nonstop6h 49m

$201

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

11:20 am-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 09m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/17

11:30 am-2:41 pm

Nonstop6h 11m

$205

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

1:52 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/30

10:00 am-1:34 pm

Nonstop6h 34m

$215

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/2

5:38 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$216

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

8:20 am-4:25 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/18

8:19 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from California to Pennsylvania

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Pennsylvania (average of $236). Flying from California to Pennsylvania in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 CA to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Pennsylvania. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from California to Pennsylvania, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Pennsylvania

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Pennsylvania. 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USPA are scheduled on a Friday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Pennsylvania by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Pennsylvania ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Pennsylvania when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Pennsylvania by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Pennsylvania, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Pennsylvania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Pennsylvania. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Pennsylvania. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve California to Pennsylvania flights?

    There are a variety of airports that serve flights from California to Pennsylvania, it just depends on the location that you choose. California has a large number of airports that serve flights from California to Pennsylvania with a few being San Diego International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport which is also known as the second busiest airport in the US, and San Francisco International Airport which is the seventh busiest airport in North America. Airports in Pennsylvania that serve flights from California to Pennsylvania include Philadelphia International Airport, which is known to be the 20th busiest airport in the US, and Pittsburgh International Airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from California to Pennsylvania?

    The airlines that fly directly from California to Pennsylvania will vary from the cities chosen. If you decide to fly from San Diego Airport to Philadelphia Airport, you will find that the most common airline is Frontier Airlines, with a few others being Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. If you decide to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Pittsburgh Airport you will find that Spirit Airlines has the most available flights but American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines also have flights available.

  • What are the stopover options between California to Pennsylvania?

    Stopover options vary from location when you are flying from California to Pennsylvania. If you are flying from San Diego to Philadelphia there will be at least one stopover option with the location varying from Las Vegas, Nevada, Orlando, Florida, and Denver, Colorado and times ranging from 5h 24m-13h 30m. If you choose to fly from Los Angeles to Pittsburgh the stopover options vary but typically the flight is nonstop. If there are stopover choices it usually is just one and can vary in location from North Carolina, Chicago, and Texas with flight times varying from 5h-7h 10m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from California to Pennsylvania?

    Since California and Pennsylvania are located in the United States, there is no need to have a visa as long as you are a US citizen as it is considered a domestic flight. The only thing that will be required is a form of photo identification which doesn’t necessarily mean your passport but could also be a driver’s license.

  • How popular is this California to Pennsylvania flight route?

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $85 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $114 and Hawaiian Airlines from $118 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Pennsylvania (average of $236). Flying from California to Pennsylvania in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 9 airlines flying from California to Pennsylvania

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Pennsylvania. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$89Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$135Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$138Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$173Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$186Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$223Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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