Flying from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 24 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 3 hours behind Toronto.
The busiest route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), with 61 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to LAX is the 06:30 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:55 with Air Canada.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Toronto to LAX.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can book a direct flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) leaving from Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport departing YYZ include:
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)? Browse the fares leaving from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
When jetting off from YTZ, you can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Toronto to LAX. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
Split up your flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and LAX include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to LAX, stay in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Rs26,557 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start from Rs39,292. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 7 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Toronto to LAX around that time.
The cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Los Angeles, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Toronto to LAX in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Los Angeles itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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