PHL to LAX Route Guide
Philadelphia, United States → Los Angeles, United States
Quick answer
KPHL (Philadelphia, United States) to KLAX (Los Angeles, United States) is a 2,082 NM (3,856 km / 2,396 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 274° (W). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 5h 3m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
2,082 NM
3,856 km / 2,396 mi
Initial Bearing
274° (W)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
5h 3m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,746 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
36 ft
KPHL
Arrival Elevation
128 ft
KLAX
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,082 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHL-LAX should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PHL and LAX?
2,082 nautical miles (3,856 km / 2,396 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
Approximately 5h 3m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHL-LAX?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
274° true (W). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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