How many flights depart from California to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 2,187 flights per week flying from California to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sun, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Los Angeles?

Frontier, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Southwest, Frontier and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from California according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Los Angeles?

On average, it takes 1h 04m to fly from California to Los Angeles if you fly out of San Diego (the most popular airport in California) and into Los Angeles (the most popular airport in Los Angeles). If you’re flying out of San Jose and into Los Angeles, then the flight time is around 1h 20m.

How many flights depart from California to Los Angeles on average per day?

As of February 2026, 312 flights take off from California and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 47% of daily flights taking off at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Los Angeles Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Los Angeles Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Los Angeles Airport is 12 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Los Angeles Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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LAS

LAX

1h 23mnonstop

12:46 pm - 2:00 pm

LAX

LAS

1h 14mnonstop

$56Frontier

Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23

6:03 pm - 7:24 pm

LAS

LAX

1h 21mnonstop

4:07 pm - 5:14 pm

LAX

LAS

1h 07mnonstop

$57Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30

6:18 pm - 7:52 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 34mnonstop

9:34 pm - 11:09 pm

LAX

SFO

1h 35mnonstop

$89United Airlines

Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 10

5:55 pm - 12:20 am

SFO

LAX

6h 25m

1 stop

5:05 am - 6:35 am

LAX

SFO

1h 30mnonstop

$94Southwest

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9:24 am - 11:00 am

SFO

LAX

1h 36mnonstop

4:10 pm - 5:45 pm

LAX

SFO

1h 35mnonstop

$97United Airlines

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7:00 am - 8:47 am

STS

LAX

1h 47mnonstop

8:19 am - 10:11 am

LAX

STS

1h 52mnonstop

$111Alaska Airlines

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6:51 pm - 8:33 pm

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LAX

1h 42mnonstop

10:13 pm - 11:59 pm

LAX

STS

1h 46mnonstop

$112Alaska Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, May 6

3:15 pm - 8:55 pm

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LAX

5h 40m

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LAX

RNO

5h 40m

2 stops

$127Southwest

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LAX

7h 19m

1 stop

5:09 pm - 10:50 pm

LAX

MFR

5h 41m

1 stop

$147Delta

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LAX

5h 21m

1 stop

7:45 am - 12:55 pm

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MFR

5h 10m

1 stop

$167Delta

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Feb 28

SFO6:18 pmSan Francisco

1h 34m

LAX7:52 pmLos Angeles

Mar 10

LAX9:34 pmLos Angeles

1h 35m

SFO11:09 pmSan Francisco

$89

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Mar 3

SFO9:24 amSan Francisco

1h 36m

LAX11:00 amLos Angeles

Mar 3

LAX4:10 pmLos Angeles

1h 35m

SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco

$97

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Feb 28

SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco

1h 34m

LAX8:24 pmLos Angeles

Mar 2

LAX5:20 pmLos Angeles

1h 35m

SFO6:55 pmSan Francisco

$104

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Mar 7

SFO5:55 pmSan Francisco

6h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:20 amLos Angeles

Mar 14

LAX5:05 amLos Angeles

1h 30m

SFO6:35 amSan Francisco

$94

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Mar 11

SFO5:05 amSan Francisco

7h 30m

1 stop

LAX12:35 pmLos Angeles

Mar 14

LAX5:05 amLos Angeles

1h 30m

SFO6:35 amSan Francisco

$100

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Feb 27

SFO5:30 amSan Francisco

1h 25m

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LAX5:40 amLos Angeles

1h 30m

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$106

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3:10 pm-4:33 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

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12:46 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

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Nonstop1h 21m

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Nonstop1h 07m

$57

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6:18 pm-7:52 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Los Angeles

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9:34 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$89

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SFOLAX

San Francisco

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5:55 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 25m

Los Angeles

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5:05 am-6:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$94

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SFOLAX

San Francisco

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9:24 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 36m

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4:10 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$97

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Wed 3/4

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

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8:19 am-10:11 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$111

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Sat 4/25

6:51 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Los Angeles

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10:13 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$112

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RNOLAX

Reno

Tue 3/3

3:15 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops5h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

5:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops5h 40m

$127

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MFR - LAX

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Medford

Sat 3/14

5:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/1

5:09 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$147

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MFR - LAX

MFRLAX

Medford

Thu 5/7

5:25 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

7:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$167

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $246. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Sunday is $418.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is at noon. Flights from California to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $252. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $319 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Los Angeles flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on California to Los Angeles flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Los Angeles flights?

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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from California in the past 72 hours is $49. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $157.

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Los Angeles Airport is 12 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Los Angeles Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Los Angeles is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (11.71% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (11.44%), Boeing 737-900 (9.97%), and Embraer 175 (7.76%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $29	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,052 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $35	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,430 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $57	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,254 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $68	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,172 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $78	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,829 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $85	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,896 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $107	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,280 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $114	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,249 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is at noon. Flights from California to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $252. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $319 per ticket.

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Can stopping save me money on California to Los Angeles flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Los Angeles.

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How many flights depart from California to Los Angeles on average per day?

As of February 2026, 312 flights take off from California and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 47% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from California to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 2,187 flights per week flying from California to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sun, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Los Angeles?

On average, it takes 1h 04m to fly from California to Los Angeles if you fly out of San Diego (the most popular airport in California) and into Los Angeles (the most popular airport in Los Angeles). If you’re flying out of San Jose and into Los Angeles, then the flight time is around 1h 20m.

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