Flying from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Around 4 hours 47 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport.
Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
With 59 direct flights a week between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from LAX to YYZ is with Air Canada at 23:20.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Los Angeles to YYZ. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport departing from LAX. Book your seat with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to YYZ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is about 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)? Browse the fares departing from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Popular airlines that have direct flights from Los Angeles to YYZ jetting off from VNY include:
You can arrive at VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to YYZ, kick back in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport, Rs13,696 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs39,076. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
We recommend booking 9 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to YYZ then.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Toronto. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to YYZ in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Pearson International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are major attractions which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
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