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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles from C$ 148

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — LAX
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Vancouver to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 196

One-way from

C$ 150

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 291
Flair Airlines
  • Flair Airlines
  • 8/3-10/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Vancouver to Los Angeles
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 5/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 59m total
  • Vancouver to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 January 2025.

Sat 8/37:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 00mFlair Airlines
Mon 10/310:45 a.m.LAX - YVR
Nonstop3h 00mFlair Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 196
Wed 7/55:25 p.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop2h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/511:30 a.m.LAX - YVR
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1C$ 198
Mon 12/53:30 p.m.YVR - LAX
1 stop6h 17mWestJet
Fri 16/56:05 p.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop6h 05mWestJet
Deal found 22/1C$ 236
Thu 6/210:45 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop2h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/28:50 a.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop11h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 270
Sat 26/43:30 p.m.YVR - LAX
1 stop6h 59mAir Canada
Fri 2/58:40 p.m.LAX - YVR
Nonstop2h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 23/1C$ 273
Wed 29/13:43 p.m.YVR - LAX
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Thu 6/22:05 p.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 21/1C$ 325

Find flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

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VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Sun 9/2

7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 13/2

10:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

C$ 194

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Sat 10/5

5:25 p.m.-8:23 p.m.

Nonstop2h 58m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/5

11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

C$ 200

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Tue 6/5

2:40 p.m.-9:47 p.m.

1 stop7h 07m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/6

11:50 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop6h 45m

C$ 223

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Thu 3/4

8:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 23/4

2:25 p.m.-5:18 p.m.

Nonstop2h 53m

C$ 256

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Fri 7/2

8:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/2

11:15 a.m.-6:03 p.m.

1 stop6h 48m

C$ 272

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/4

11:45 a.m.-4:51 p.m.

1 stop5h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 21/4

5:45 a.m.-10:53 a.m.

1 stop5h 08m

C$ 309

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Wed 26/2

1:34 p.m.-4:44 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

1:25 a.m.-9:23 p.m.

1 stop19h 58m

C$ 360

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Sun 18/5

8:30 a.m.-6:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 40m

C$ 148

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Mon 21/4

7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

C$ 150

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Tue 25/3

2:30 p.m.-5:29 p.m.

Nonstop2h 59m

C$ 157

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles (average of C$ 234). Flying from Vancouver to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). 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 YVR to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Los Angeles. 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 23 January 2025.

The most flights from 8CA to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 23 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles, such as Air Canada, Delta and Flair Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

7.4
Good
8,970 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

7.2
Good
2,828 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Vancouver to Los Angeles Travel Guide

Los Angeles is the second biggest city in the USA, attracting over 40 million visitors a year. So where to begin? Try breaking it down into neighbourhoods. There’s Hollywood, home to some of the world’s most famous film studios. And Sunset Boulevard is the entertainment district. Then there are the beaches of Venice – the hallowed birthplace of California’s surf culture. You don’t have to break the bank to travel to Los Angeles, either. Over 10 flights jet off from Vancouver a day, so prices stay nice and low.

A cheap flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles introduces you to a city of many faces. It’s a conundrum of glittering film star hangouts and grungy music bars; millionaire’s beach houses and die-hard hippies; designer boutiques and local food markets. Film buffs should swing by Grauman’s Chinese Theatre and Universal Studios Hollywood. Meanwhile, neon-lit Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard are the places for nonstop music gigs and comedy shows. Meanwhile, a proudly eclectic mix of bodybuilders, surfers, skaters and movie stars stroll the boardwalk of Venice Beach.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    It varies, depending on which airline you travel with. A direct flight is usually between 2 hours 45 minutes and 3 hours 30 minutes long.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    Flight times are just over three hours. Several leading carriers make trips from Vancouver to Los Angeles, and the most common are Air Canada, United Airlines, American Airlines, and WestJet. There are less than 100 flights of this kind each week.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    Since this is a three-hour trip, it does not usually involve a stopover of any kind, however, there are some flights that stop in San Francisco or Seattle as well as Calvary.

  • How frequent are flights between Vancouver and Los Angeles?

    Usually, over 10 direct flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles take off every day.

  • What airports serve Vancouver to Los Angeles flights?

    Flights depart daily from Vancouver’s leading airports to Los Angeles International Airport, but it is Vancouver International that offers the largest number of options and non-stop airlines. It is the largest of the area’s three airports (the others are Vancouver Coal Harbour, a hub for sea planes from Kenmore Air and Harbour Air, and Vancouver Boundary Bay - about 20 minutes from Vancouver International Airport with FBO services for corporate and private aircraft and helicopter services).It is roughly 15km from the city’s central business district, which averages 30 to 45 depending on to traffic. The airport is accessible by taxis that may offer fixed rates or variable rates that run CAD $35, or more depending upon the choice between taxi, private sedan, or fixed rate vehicles. There is also a direct train link into the city, via the Canada Line train/subway, with stations conveniently located downtown at Yaletown-Roundhouse, Vancouver City Centre and Waterfront. Trains leave every 7 minutes during peak hours and every 15 minutes during off hours, and cost CAD $4 from the airport and CAD $9 heading into the airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Vancouver and Los Angeles is cheapest?

    Cheap flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles often depart in the early morning or evening.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    Canadian citizens do not need visas to enter the U.S. unless they intend to work, invest, immigrate or study. A valid passport is always required, and you will want to retain all essential travel documents whenever making your way through an airport, as this facilitates easier travel, boarding, and departures. Always carry proof of your citizenship, such as a birth certificate, certificate of citizenship or naturalization, as well as photo identification.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Vancouver?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 15.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles. 11 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Vancouver on a regular basis. Booking flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 25 inbound flights from Vancouver per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flair Airlines, at C$ 196, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include WestJet and Air Canada. Users have found that Flair Airlines is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles are WestJet (C$ 150), United Airlines (C$ 154), and Air Canada (C$ 175).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Vancouver to Los Angeles on time: Flair Airlines (97%), Emirates (87%), LATAM Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles is generally C$ 1,440, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 125. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay C$ 150 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver to Los Angeles 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 Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles (average of C$ 234). Flying from Vancouver to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). 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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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 170AverageC$ 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 186AverageC$ 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 207AverageC$ 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 241AverageC$ 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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