Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Los Angeles is one hour behind Edmonton and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Flights from YEG to LAX start from 07:00 — the first with WestJet. The latest departure is at 16:40 with WestJet. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your YEG to LAX flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Los Angeles (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with WestJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with WestJet on this route.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier operating YEG to LAX flights. A dependable 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, 90 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 138 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YEG to LAX.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
69.55% of flights departing from Edmonton International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Edmonton International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near YEG? If you're boarding an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you have a late Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May.
When reserving your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YEG to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.