International route
Flights from LAX to YVR
From $299 rt
Los Angeles to Vancouver is a cross-border North American route. Document rules differ from domestic U.S. flights even when the flight time feels similar—confirm passport requirements before booking. Recent searches found fares from $299 rt. Typical international flight time is 2h – 6h nonstop.
Sample fares found recently — search above for live prices on your dates.
Search live LAX → YVR faresTypical flight time
2h – 6h nonstop
Best time to book
3–7 weeks before departure
Often cheapest days
Tuesday and Wednesday
Best months to fly
Research Vancouver weather and local holidays — avoiding peak tourist weeks often saves on airfare.
Flying from Los Angeles (LAX) to Vancouver (YVR)
Los Angeles to Vancouver is a cross-border North American route. Document rules differ from domestic U.S. flights even when the flight time feels similar—confirm passport requirements before booking.
Leaving Los Angeles
Departing LAX: terminal changes and traffic are the main risk. Prefer flights that match your terminal and allow cushion after Hollywood/South Bay traffic.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver is served through Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Review nonstop and 1-stop options above to balance price and total travel time.
Major holidays and summer weekends usually mean higher fares — midweek often saves more.
Alternative airports
Los Angeles basin options include LAX plus Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), and Orange County (SNA) on some domestic routes.
Entry requirements
eTA or visa requirements depend on nationality and travel document. Confirm IRCC guidance before you fly.
Last verified September 4, 2026
Airlines on LAX–YVR
- Major full-service and low-cost carriers — review live results above
Tips for cheaper Los Angeles to Vancouver flights
- •For LAX–YVR, aim to book about 3–7 weeks before departure when you can—earlier for holidays.
- •Research Vancouver weather and local holidays — avoiding peak tourist weeks often saves on airfare.
- •Midweek travel often undercuts Friday and Sunday leisure peaks on this corridor.
- •Los Angeles basin options include LAX plus Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), and Orange County (SNA) on some domestic routes.
- •eTA or visa requirements depend on nationality and travel document. Confirm IRCC guidance before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Vancouver?
Most itineraries from LAX to YVR take 2h – 6h nonstop. Exact duration depends on nonstop vs connecting flights and winds.
When is usually a better time to fly LAX–YVR?
Major holidays and summer weekends usually mean higher fares — midweek often saves more. Use flexible midweek dates when you can, and search more than one week if your plans allow.
Which airlines may appear from Los Angeles to Vancouver?
Schedules change, but this market often shows carriers such as Major full-service and low-cost carriers — review live results above. Confirm the operating airline and any codeshare in live results.
Should I compare nearby airports for Los Angeles–Vancouver?
Los Angeles basin options include LAX plus Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), and Orange County (SNA) on some domestic routes.
What sample fares has Flitura seen on LAX–YVR?
Recent searches found round-trip samples from $299 on this route. Live prices change—search with your dates for the current total.
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