Distance from Philadelphia to Los Angeles by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Philadelphia (PA) to Los Angeles (CA) is 2389 miles or 3844 kilometers or 2074 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2713 miles (4367 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 324 miles or 523 km.

Philadelphia to Los Angeles Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Philadelphia, PA and Los Angeles, CA
This map shows the distance from Philadelphia, PA, Usa to Los Angeles, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Los Angeles, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA

The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Los Angeles, California is 2713 miles or 4367 km.
The total driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA is 2713 miles or 4367 kilometers. Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It ends in Los Angeles, California.
The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Los Angeles, California is approximately 2713 miles (4367 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 48 to 49 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA

How long is the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA?
The total driving time is 48 hours, 21 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Philadelphia to Los Angeles take?
Philadelphia and Los Angeles are 48 hours 21 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Philadelphia and Los Angeles

Time difference between Philadelphia (PA) and Los Angeles (CA) is 3 Hours.
Los Angeles time is 3 Hours behind Philadelphia.

Current local time in Philadelphia	Current local time in Los Angeles
2025-12-22, 12:47:36 EST	2025-12-22, 09:47:36 PST

How Far is it Between Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA and Los Angeles California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Philadelphia, PA and Los Angeles, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2713 mi	4367 km	2355.97 nmi
Straight line distance	2389 mi	3844 km	2074 nmi
Difference	324 mi	523 km	281 nmi

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