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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International to Los Angeles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.$171 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $171, select.
Los Angeles.$178 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $178, select.
Los Angeles.$202 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Sat, 17 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.
Los Angeles.$204 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.
Los Angeles.$214 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $214, select.
Los Angeles.$218 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $218, select.
Los Angeles.$223 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.
Los Angeles.$227 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada and Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $321
May
from $202
Jun
from $171
Jul
from $214
Aug
from $227
Sep
from $238
Oct
from $241
Nov
from $337
Dec
from $376
Jan
from $445
Feb
from $437
Mar
from $499

Direct flights from Vancouver International to Los Angeles

Alternative Vancouver International to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Vancouver International 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 found$171
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week322

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International 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 International to Los Angeles is $171. 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 International to Los Angeles.
United, Air Canada and Air New Zealand fly direct from Vancouver International to Los Angeles.
As of April 2025, there are 652 flights per week flying from Vancouver International to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Los Angeles is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Vancouver International Airport, 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 $171.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles on Monday, 2 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 15°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.
Currently, Flair Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles is 2 hours 58 minutes.

  • Vancouver (the location of Vancouver International Airport) and Los Angeles share the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • With 82 weekly flights between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 06:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from YVR to LAX is with Air Canada at 21:15.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from YVR to Los Angeles.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Nonstop flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Los Angeles are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will be where your journey ends.

  • These are some of the well-known carriers offering direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles:

  • You don't need a visa for United States if you hold a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

  • YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near YVR? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Los Angeles

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles is $111. The cheapest price for a return flight is $171. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from YVR to Los Angeles, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from YVR to Los Angeles. You don't need to look every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll let you know when the price changes.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 54 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Once your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 34 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from YVR to Los Angeles:

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Los Angeles, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.

  • Before booking a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from YVR to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.

More about Los Angeles

  • After booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

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

Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Vancouver International Airport to Los Angeles isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Los Angeles and see the sights your way. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. Instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.

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