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Cheapest return flight
£181
Typical prices: £175-£335
United Airlines
Sat 24/11Sat 24/11
LAX - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£188
Typical prices: £185-£342
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Sat 24/11Sat 24/11
LAX - YVR • Direct
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You can fly direct with Air Canada, Delta, and others. Average duration is 3h 05m.
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £163 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver (LAX-YVR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Vancouver

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 13:43LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 43m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
16:08 - 18:08YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 00mdirect
£181United Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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07:25 - 13:43LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 18m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
16:08 - 18:08YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 00mdirect
£181United Airlines
Fri, 25 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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05:00 - 14:59LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
18:30 - 20:36YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 06mdirect
£181United Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 15:00LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
18:30 - 20:33YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 03mdirect
£181United Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 14:59LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
18:30 - 20:36YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 06mdirect
£181United Airlines
Sun, 14 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 15:00LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
18:30 - 20:33YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 03mdirect
£181United Airlines
Thu, 15 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:20 - 11:22LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
3h 02mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:35 - 11:34YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
2h 59mdirect
£188Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
United Airlines Logo
08:19 - 12:30LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
3h 11mdirect
United Airlines Logo
16:08 - 18:08YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 00mdirect
£188United Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
United Airlines Logo
08:19 - 12:30LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
3h 11mdirect
United Airlines Logo
16:08 - 18:08YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 00mdirect
£188United Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Air Canada Logo
07:15 - 11:18LAX  Los Angeles-YVR Vancouver Intl
3h 03mdirect
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20:30 - 22:31YVR  Vancouver Intl-LAX Los Angeles
3h 01mdirect
£359Air Canada
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport typically range from £175 to £335. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £181 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport at £197 return.
•December (£280) and June (£266) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on WestJet, Air Canada and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on YVR

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport

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Your Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:15 and lands at 10:20
    • Latest: departs at 18:40 and lands at 21:45.

    The flight takes about 3h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 3h 05m, covering 1,081 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport range from £175 to £335, with an average of £238 over the past 12 months. Anything below £175 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the £238 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £163 return via Calgary (YYC), compared with £245 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flair Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights are:

    • Flair Airlines: 94% on time
    • United Airlines: 93% on time
    • Air Canada: 91% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 91% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £22–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Canada and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 43%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £181 to £889. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

    • Air Canada
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • WestJet

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £80, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 15m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Calgary (YYC) – 75% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £228 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £262, a difference of £34.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    5 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Vancouver Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air Canada
    • Delta
    • United Airlines
    • Flair Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via Portland (PDX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 26m, compared to 5h 11m via San Francisco (SFO) and 5h 24m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver Convention Centre, and Vancouver Harbour Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Flair Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • WestJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Flair Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which Terminal has the best shopping outlets at Los Angeles International Airport?

    When it comes to shopping at Los Angeles International Airport, you should visit the Tom Bradley International Terminal. As well as many gift shops, the Terminal boasts several duty-free shops, selling everything from perfume and spirits to watches. There are also Burberry, Hermes, and Gucci Boutiques.

  • Are there onsite airport hotels at Vancouver International Airport?

    If you need to stay over at Vancouver International Airport, there is the Fairmont hotel, conveniently located onsite, soundproofed, and containing a luxury spa. Situated directly above the US departures terminal, it’s an easy hotel to reach once you have landed from Los Angeles. There is also the Pacific Gateway Hotel, just a short distance outside the airport.

  • What is the easiest way to travel between Vancouver International Airport and downtown Vancouver?

    The airport is a short ride on rapid public transit to downtown Vancouver and is easily accessible by car, bike, and bus. You can also get a taxi into the city center. Taxis are available at stands on Level 2 of the Domestic and International Arrivals Area.

  • Are there any pet relief areas at Vancouver International Airport?

    If you are traveling with a pet or service animal, you will find two pet relief areas that are located at Vancouver International Airport. If you are traveling with a dog, you will find a pet relief area outside International Arrivals in the Chester Johnson Park. There is also a full-service pet relief area in the U.S. Departures Terminal after security, near gates 76 and 77.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £228, about £34 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average £197 return in that month – typically £84 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Flair Airlines. Over the past three months, 94% of Flair Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 91%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 15m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Calgary Airport (YYC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £163 return on this route – about £83 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Planning on booking a flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver? Make sure to plan it according to where in the city you will be staying. Vancouver International Airport is the best place to fly into for travelers staying in the Richmond area, whereas Abbotsford International Airport is 40 miles from downtown Vancouver. Other nearby airports, like Boundary Bay Airport and Pitt Meadows Airport, offer general aviation services.
  • If you find yourself with extra time on your hands before your flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver, why not invest in an access pass for one of the ten airline lounges found at Los Angeles International Airport? The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is located at Terminal 6, offering a comfortable space to relax before your flight to Vancouver. This lounge includes free Wi-Fi, refreshments, and magazines for economy class travelers.
  • If you are looking to keep your family entertained at Los Angeles International Airport, then look no further than the LAX Beach children’s play area. Found in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, this play area has been specially designed for children ages 2 to 11. Featuring a slide, an interactive table, and beach toys, it’s the best place for the kids to blow off steam before your flight.
  • If you are landing at Vancouver International Airport and are considering using public transport to get to your destination, choose the Canada Line transit rail. In just under 30 minutes you will be in downtown Vancouver, and in downtown Richmond in 18 minutes. The Canada Line station is centrally located between the International and Domestic Terminals.
  • Want to grab a bite to eat before you board your flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver? Each Terminal has plenty of dining options in Los Angeles International Airport. From burger bars and grills, including Barney’s Beanery in Terminal 2, to French cuisine like La Provence in Terminal 4, and the many pizzerias, the airport has a wealth of eateries in its food halls.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Vancouver?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Air Canada,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

Wednesday

Air Canada,Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Air Canada,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

Friday

Air Canada,Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Air Canada,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

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Direct returns

Vancouver Intl to Los Angeles

Monday

Air Canada,Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Air Canada,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

Wednesday

Air Canada,Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Air Canada,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

Friday

Air Canada,Delta,United Airlines, +1 more

Air Canada,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada,Delta,Flair Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada,Delta, +3 more

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