Los Angeles to Philadelphia (LAX–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–PHL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,396 miles in approximately 4h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 152 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: CZ, EI, FJ, IB, QF | 101 | 32Q, A21N | 4h48-5h22 | Oneworld | CZ, EI, FJ, IB, QF | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→PHL | LGB→PHL | BUR→PHL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 17 mi | 18 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 168 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 36m | 4h 45m | 4h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · PHL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Philadelphia.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.
Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.
Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.
LAX–PHL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to PHL
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 168 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to PHL ranges from 4 hours 36 minutes to 5 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,396 miles (3,856 km). There are approximately 168 weekly flights outbound and 162 return, totaling 330 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
152 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ABQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Long Beach (LGB), Burbank (BUR) and Santa Ana (SNA).