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 R 1,690. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,669. 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.
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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.
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