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Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles

Alternative Vancouver to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Vancouver to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Vancouver to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs25,083
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week303

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles is Rs37,752. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Los Angeles.
Air Canada, United and Air New Zealand fly direct from Vancouver to Los Angeles.
As of May 2025, there are 1,212 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Los Angeles is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Vancouver, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from Rs37,752.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Los Angeles on Thursday, 19 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is Flair Airlines .

Flying from Vancouver to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Planning your flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.

  • Hop off your plane in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • Jump on a direct Vancouver to Los Angeles flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Vancouver.

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 64 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles is with Air Canada at 21:15. Go for the first YVR to LAX departure operated by United Airlines at 06:15 to make the most of your first day in Los Angeles.

  • To ensure you make your Vancouver to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles

  • Book two months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Vancouver to Los Angeles flights.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to Los Angeles is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Vancouver to Los Angeles flights.

Flying from Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Take off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles. From YVR, you can fly straight to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • There's a good selection of airlines that offer direct Vancouver to Los Angeles plane tickets out of YVR. Take off with any of these:

  • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.

  • Make catching an early Vancouver to Los Angeles flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • Flights that take off from YXX make it to their destination as scheduled 67.97% of the time.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Book a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your Vancouver to Los Angeles flight.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. After your flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.

  • Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles. To skip the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.

  • When booking your Vancouver to Los Angeles tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Los Angeles itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its top sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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