Kalispell to Los Angeles (FCA–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA4656
UA United
E7W
7:00 AM
MDT
9:22 AM
PDT
3h 22m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA4648
UA United
E7W
6:35 PM
PDT T8
10:30 PM
MDT
2h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Kalispell to Los Angeles
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 1,016 mi 3h 22m nonstop -1h behind 19 1-stop hubs

FCA–LAX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,016 miles in approximately 3h 22m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FCA–LAX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 2 E7W 3h22 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
E7W Embraer E175 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, FCA to LAX direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCA to LAX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
883
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
FCA → LAX
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
73%
Return
LAX → FCA
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →

Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Kalispell

Nearby airports with service to Los Angeles International Airport.
Metric FCA→LAX GEG→LAX
Distance from FCA 159 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 7
Weekly flights 2 50
Flight time 3h 22m 2h 48m
Airports within 200 miles of FCA with service to Los Angeles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Kalispell.
FCA: MDT · LAX: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Kalispell, it's 5:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Distance & Flight Time
1,016 mi / 1,634 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 22m.
Getting from LAX

LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.

Los Angeles Climate

Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.

Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.

FCA–LAX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kalispell to Los Angeles route.
Route details
Distance1,016 mi / 1,634 km
Flight time3h 22m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: FCA
IATA / ICAOFCA / KGPI
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr0.7M
Elevation2,977 ft / 907 m
Destination: LAX
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCA to LAX flights.
Nonstop flights from Glacier Park International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport take approximately 3h 22m. The route covers 1,016 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from FCA to LAX. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RNO, SAN, SJC, DVO, BNA, HOU, DAL, YYZ, IAD, TPA, LAS, PBI, SLC, DEN, SEA, MSP, PDX, SFO and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Kalispell.
Yes, return flights from LAX to FCA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include GEG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from FCA to LAX

Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

FCA to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FCA to LAX ranges from 3 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,016 miles (1,634 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via RNO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Spokane (GEG).