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Recent return flight deals to Los Angeles

Sat, 1 May - Sat, 8 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:00 - 16:59LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
31h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:15 - 15:05LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
13h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£423Alaska Airlines
Wed, 5 May - Wed, 12 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:00 - 00:08LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
15h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:10 - 15:05LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
16h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£428Alaska Airlines
Sat, 29 May - Sun, 6 Jun
Aer Lingus Logo
12:20 - 18:35BHX  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
14h 15m1 stop Dublin
Aer Lingus Logo
20:20 - 18:10LAX  Los Angeles-BHX Birmingham
13h 50m1 stop Dublin
£477Aer Lingus
Sat, 29 May - Sun, 6 Jun
Aer Lingus Logo
12:20 - 18:35BHX  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
14h 15m1 stop Dublin
Aer Lingus Logo
10:23 - 18:10LAX  Los Angeles-BHX Birmingham
23h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dublin
£481Aer Lingus
Mon, 10 May - Sun, 16 May
Virgin Atlantic Logo
09:55 - 16:05LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
14h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Virgin Atlantic Logo
15:15 - 16:00LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
16h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£494Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 10 May - Mon, 17 May
Virgin Atlantic Logo
09:55 - 16:05LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
14h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:25 - 16:00LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
13h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£496Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 13 May - Mon, 17 May
KLM Logo
09:30 - 14:45NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-LAX Los Angeles
13h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
13:50 - 13:10LAX  Los Angeles-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
15h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£612KLM
Fri, 21 May - Mon, 31 May
KLM Logo
17:35 - 11:50NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-LAX Los Angeles
26h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
16:45 - 16:50LAX  Los Angeles-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
16h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£629KLM
Thu, 27 May - Sat, 12 Jun
British Airways Logo
06:00 - 13:45NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-LAX Los Angeles
15h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:30 - 22:05LAX  Los Angeles-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
16h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
£652British Airways
Fri, 28 May - Fri, 11 Jun
British Airways Logo
07:00 - 13:25GLA  Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles
14h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
16:35 - 14:10LAX  Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl
13h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
£665British Airways

KAYAK’s insights & trends for flights to Los Angeles in May 2027

What is the cheapest flight to Los Angeles in May?

The lowest price for a flight to Los Angeles in May was £21 for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas and £42 for a return.

How much is a flight to Los Angeles in May?

On average, a flight to Los Angeles costs £919. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last year cost £42 and departed from Las Vegas. The most popular routes on KAYAK are London to Los Angeles which costs £520 on average, and London to Los Angeles, which costs £517 on average.

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What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Los Angeles in May?

When flying to Los Angeles in May, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Tuesday if you are looking for the best rates.

Is May the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

No, the cheapest month for flights to Los Angeles is February. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, with average return prices of £588 and £578, respectively.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Los Angeles in May?

When flying to Los Angeles in May, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover to Los Angeles in May?

No, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, and you won’t save money on this route. A direct flight is the cheapest option at £512 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

Depending on where you start your journey, to get a below-average price on a flight to Los Angeles, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

What was the most popular route search to Los Angeles in May?

The most popular route searched for by our users was for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles, and the best return deal found in May was £365.

Good to know - flights to Los Angeles in May

Low season

January

Cheapest flight in May

£311

Average return flight price in May

£643

Good deal return

£720

Good deal one-way

£830
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking flights to Los Angeles in May

  • Are flights to Los Angeles cheaper in May?

    No, in May, flights to Los Angeles are not usually cheaper, but fares can vary between airlines and dates. We recommend comparing all available options on KAYAK before booking your flight.

  • Is May a good time to fly to Los Angeles?

    May is a good time to fly to Los Angeles because it is considered a ‘shoulder season’, with moderate travel and prices hovering around the yearly average.

  • What is the most popular month to travel to Los Angeles?

    May is one of the quieter months for Los Angeles travel, with fewer travellers overall. You’ll find shorter queues at attractions, easier last-minute bookings, and more flexibility in your travel plans. Check our insights to know how far ahead to book.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Los Angeles in May

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Los Angeles in May? In May, 25% of our users found return tickets to Los Angeles for the following prices or less: from London Heathrow Airport £445, from Dublin £470.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and May travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest May flight deals to Los Angeles.
  • Set a Price Alert for your May dates to get notified when fares to Los Angeles drop so you can book when the price is right.
  • Be flexible within May: midweek departures and returns often offer better value for money than weekends.
  • If your schedule allows, try early or late-May weeks to avoid peak demand spikes.
  • Look at first flights of the day or late-night returns in May to find lower-demand options.
  • Use the calendar/date grid to scan the whole month and pinpoint the lowest-fare days at a glance.
  • Keep total trip cost in mind and compare fares plus bags and seat selection across carriers.
  • Plan your airport transfer: factor travel time and cost from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to where you live when comparing arrival times.

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