What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ecuador to California?

Copa Airlines, JetBlue, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Ecuador to California

How long is the flight from Ecuador to California?

Flight times from Ecuador to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Quito and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 10h 20m on average. Another popular route from Ecuador to California is flying from Guayaquil to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 14h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to California?

Copa Airlines, Avianca and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Ecuador according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ecuador to California?

Prices for flights from Ecuador to California refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ecuador to California?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Ecuador to California as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ecuador to California?

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 Ecuador to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:30 pm - 11:56 pmGYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-LAX Los Angeles

12h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

9:35 pm - 4:29 pmLAX Los Angeles-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

15h 54m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$448JetBlue

Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10

1:30 pm - 11:56 pmGYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-LAX Los Angeles

12h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

3:29 pm - 1:03 pmLAX Los Angeles-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

18h 34m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$537JetBlue

Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 10

2:30 pm - 11:50 pmGYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-LAX Los Angeles

12h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

11:05 am - 11:18 amLAX Los Angeles-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

21h 13m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$564Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26

10:10 am - 10:40 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

14h 30m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

1:55 pm - 9:00 amLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

17h 05m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

$568Avianca

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28

4:05 am - 12:25 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

10h 20m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

12:15 am - 5:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

14h 55m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$568Avianca

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 27

8:24 am - 11:40 pmGYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco

17h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

8:21 pm - 11:37 pmSFO San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

25h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$578Copa Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21

6:20 am - 9:30 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

18h 10m1 stop Miami

6:30 am - 9:33 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

12h 03m1 stop Miami

$597American Airlines

Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31

12:55 am - 11:23 amUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

13h 28m1 stop Miami

6:30 am - 11:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

14h 25m1 stop Miami

$597American Airlines

Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9

6:33 pm - 5:25 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-SFO San Francisco

25h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

7:36 pm - 12:32 amSFO San Francisco-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

25h 56m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$600Copa Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 28

4:55 pm - 9:09 amGYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAN San Diego

18h 14m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:48 am - 8:00 amSAN San Diego-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

17h 12m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$619Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 10

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4:45 am - 10:10 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

19h 25m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

1:50 pm - 8:40 amLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

16h 50m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

$570Avianca

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

4:45 am - 10:10 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

19h 25m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

1:50 pm - 2:55 amLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

11h 05m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$570Avianca

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

3:09 pm - 12:39 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

23h 30m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:22 am - 2:07 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

9h 45m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$667Copa Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 8

12:59 am - 7:26 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

20h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:06 pm - 2:12 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

24h 06m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$667Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 31

4:45 am - 10:10 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

19h 25m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

12:06 pm - 11:26 amLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

21h 20m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$670Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 29

12:59 am - 4:04 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

17h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:50 pm - 6:59 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

19h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$694Delta

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 23

6:30 pm - 12:39 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

20h 09m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:22 am - 2:07 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

9h 45m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$700Copa Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 8

7:00 am - 8:23 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

15h 23m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:50 am - 11:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

9h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$707United Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 29

7:00 am - 7:31 amUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

26h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:59 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

22h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$715United Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 31

12:59 am - 7:26 pmUIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-LAX Los Angeles

20h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 6:59 pmLAX Los Angeles-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

10h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$865Delta

Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 9

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Avianca flights from Ecuador to California

Our best Avianca deals on Ecuador to California flight tickets

Avianca

Oct 15

UIO10:10 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

14h 30m

2 stops

LAX10:40 pmLos Angeles

Oct 28

LAX1:55 pmLos Angeles

17h 05m

2 stops

UIO9:00 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

$568

Avianca

Oct 6

UIO4:05 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

10h 20m

1 stop

LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles

Oct 28

LAX12:00 amLos Angeles

15h 10m

2 stops

UIO5:10 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

$570

Avianca

Oct 14

UIO10:10 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

14h 00m

2 stops

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

Oct 21

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

16h 50m

2 stops

UIO8:40 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

$571

JetBlue flights from Ecuador to California

Our best JetBlue deals on Ecuador to California flight tickets

JetBlue

Oct 26

GYE1:30 pmGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

12h 26m

1 stop

LAX11:56 pmLos Angeles

Nov 10

LAX9:35 pmLos Angeles

15h 54m

1 stop

GYE4:29 pmGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

$448

JetBlue

Oct 28

GYE1:30 pmGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

12h 26m

1 stop

LAX11:56 pmLos Angeles

Nov 10

LAX3:29 pmLos Angeles

18h 34m

1 stop

GYE1:03 pmGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

$537

JetBlue

Nov 5

GYE2:30 pmGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

12h 26m

1 stop

LAX11:56 pmLos Angeles

Nov 12

LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles

17h 33m

1 stop

GYE1:03 pmGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

$592

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GuayaquilLos Angeles

GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo - LAX Los Angeles

GYELAX

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 10/26

1:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 26m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/10

9:35 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop15h 54m

$448

GuayaquilLos Angeles

GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo - LAX Los Angeles

GYELAX

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Wed 10/28

1:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 26m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/10

3:29 pm-1:03 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$537

GuayaquilLos Angeles

GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo - LAX Los Angeles

GYELAX

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 11/19

2:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/26

11:05 am-11:18 am

1 stop21h 13m

$564

QuitoLos Angeles

UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr - LAX Los Angeles

UIOLAX

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Thu 10/15

10:10 am-10:40 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/28

1:55 pm-9:00 am

2 stops17h 05m

$568

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QuitoLos Angeles

UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr - LAX Los Angeles

UIOLAX

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Thu 10/15

4:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/27

12:15 am-5:10 pm

2 stops14h 55m

$568

GuayaquilSan Francisco

GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo - SFO San Francisco

GYESFO

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 10/15

8:24 am-11:40 pm

1 stop17h 16m

San Francisco

Wed 10/21

8:21 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop25h 16m

$578

QuitoLos Angeles

UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr - LAX Los Angeles

UIOLAX

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Fri 1/29

6:20 am-9:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/31

6:30 am-9:33 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$597

QuitoLos Angeles

UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr - LAX Los Angeles

UIOLAX

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Fri 2/5

12:55 am-11:23 am

1 stop13h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

6:30 am-11:55 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$597

QuitoSan Francisco

UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr - SFO San Francisco

UIOSFO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 1/17

6:33 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop25h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 2/28

7:36 pm-12:32 am

1 stop25h 56m

$600

GuayaquilSan Diego

GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo - SAN San Diego

GYESAN

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 10/19

4:55 pm-9:09 am

1 stop18h 14m

San Diego

Tue 11/10

11:48 am-8:00 am

1 stop17h 12m

$619

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Ecuador averaging around $513.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ecuador to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Ecuador when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $581 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Ecuador for as low as $499 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ecuador to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ecuador to California flight.

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Best Price Found	$263
Fastest flight time	10h 18m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to California from Ecuador in the past 72 hours is $263. The best round-trip flight deal from Ecuador to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $448.

The fastest flight from Ecuador to California takes 10h 18m

There are no direct flights from Ecuador to California. There are no popular flight routes from Ecuador to California.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Ecuador to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ecuador to California?
Prices for flights from Ecuador to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ecuador to California?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Ecuador to California as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ecuador to California?
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 Ecuador to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Ecuador to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,248 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $200	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,554 reviews	Search Avianca flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $212	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,039 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,544 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $271	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,608 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,980 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $436	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,098 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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