Cheap flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles from C$ 116

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — LAX
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to Los Angeles are usually found in October or September, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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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 4 December 2025.

Wed 10/1210:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
1 stop8h 32mWestJet
Tue 16/127:00 a.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop7h 45mWestJet
Deal found 2/12C$ 177
Tue 9/128:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 00mWestJet
Tue 16/127:00 a.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop7h 45mWestJet
Deal found 2/12C$ 180
Wed 10/1210:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1210:50 a.m.LAX - YVR
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 181
Mon 8/128:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 00mWestJet
Tue 9/127:00 a.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop7h 45mWestJet
Deal found 2/12C$ 187
Tue 9/128:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 00mWestJet
Wed 10/127:00 a.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop8h 45mWestJet
Deal found 2/12C$ 188
Mon 8/128:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 00mWestJet
Fri 12/128:40 p.m.LAX - YVR
Nonstop3h 03mWestJet
Deal found 1/12C$ 190
Mon 8/127:10 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/127:00 a.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 191
Mon 8/127:10 a.m.YVR - LAX
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/125:45 p.m.LAX - YVR
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 197
Wed 10/1210:00 a.m.YVR - LAX
1 stop8h 32mWestJet
Thu 11/1211:50 a.m.LAX - YVR
Nonstop3h 03mWestJet
Deal found 3/12C$ 198

Find 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 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 162

One-way from

C$ 116

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 465
Flair Airlines
  • Flair Airlines
  • 5/3-11/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 23m total
  • Vancouver to Los Angeles
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 12/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Vancouver to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (C$ 82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Mon 23/2

3:00 p.m.-6:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 01m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

5:05 a.m.-6:03 p.m.

1 stop12h 58m

C$ 251

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Tue 13/1

1:45 p.m.-10:03 p.m.

1 stop8h 18m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

7:00 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 258

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Tue 13/1

1:45 p.m.-10:03 p.m.

1 stop8h 18m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

7:00 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 258

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/2

3:00 p.m.-6:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 01m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

11:08 a.m.-6:03 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

C$ 264

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/1

12:25 p.m.-5:52 p.m.

1 stop5h 27m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/1

11:02 a.m.-11:06 p.m.

1 stop12h 04m

C$ 272

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Wed 21/1

12:35 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop8h 43m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/1

11:02 a.m.-6:03 p.m.

1 stop7h 01m

C$ 272

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Thu 25/12

3:20 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

1 stop16h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 31/1

8:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Nonstop3h 15m

C$ 272

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Mon 30/3

3:00 p.m.-5:53 p.m.

Nonstop2h 53m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/4

7:00 a.m.-2:06 p.m.

1 stop7h 06m

C$ 276

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/4

3:00 p.m.-5:53 p.m.

Nonstop2h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/4

9:35 p.m.-10:26 a.m.

1 stop12h 51m

C$ 276

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Fri 6/3

5:00 p.m.-8:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 01m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

4:13 p.m.-11:06 p.m.

1 stop6h 53m

C$ 276

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles

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 28 November 2025.

Booking 52 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles (average of C$ 100). Flying from Vancouver to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 152). 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 4 December 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% 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 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 4 December 2025.

The most flights from 8CA to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

How often are flights from Vancouver to Los Angeles delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Vancouver and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, Flair Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 4 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,American Airlines, andWestJet from Vancouver to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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. 7 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 27 inbound flights from Vancouver per day.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles?

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver to Los Angeles in 3h 01m. Fly via United Airlines or WestJet to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1740 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flair Airlines, at C$ 85, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and United Airlines. Users have found that Flair Airlines is 70% 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 Flair Airlines (C$ 101), WestJet (C$ 120), and United Airlines (C$ 148).

  • 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%), American Airlines (95%), Alaska Airlines (93%).

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

    While on average a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles is generally C$ 743, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 110. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay C$ 155 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles (average of C$ 100). Flying from Vancouver to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 152). 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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Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 100AverageC$ 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 141AverageC$ 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 166AverageC$ 404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 173AverageC$ 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 176AverageC$ 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 203AverageC$ 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 227AverageC$ 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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