Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Los Angeles and Vancouver are in the UTC-7 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are 160 Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, opt for the 06:00 Air Canada flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:00 with WestJet.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LAX to YVR flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, so getting to Vancouver (and then touring more of Canada!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers LAX to YVR flights is United Airlines. Its services land without delay 71.81% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between LAX and YVR include:
Sacramento International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
R 956 is currently the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,566. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to YVR, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LAX to YVR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're getting in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near YVR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to YVR in December. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another standout destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.