Los Angeles to Carlsbad (LAX–CLD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Los Angeles to Carlsbad
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
86 mi 0h 20m nonstop 35 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and CLD, connecting options are available through 35 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to CLD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
504
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Carlsbad from Los Angeles

Nearby airports with service to McClellan-Palomar Airport.
Metric LAX→CLD SNA→CLD SAN→CLD
Distance from LAX – 36 mi 109 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 1
Weekly flights 0 – 1
Flight time 0h 20m 0h 20m –
Departure OTP 82% – –
Santa Ana (SNA) to Carlsbad flights · San Diego (SAN) to Carlsbad flights · Palm Springs (PSP) to Carlsbad flights
Airports within 200 miles of LAX with service to McClellan-Palomar Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Carlsbad is 0 hours the same as Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · CLD: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 6:00 PM in Carlsbad.
Distance & Flight Time
86 mi / 138 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 20m.
Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

Facts

LAX–CLD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Carlsbad route.
Route details
Distance86 mi / 138 km
Flight time0h 20m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: CLD
Full nameMcClellan-Palomar Airport
IATA / ICAOCLD / KCRQ
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation331 ft / 101 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to CLD flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to McClellan-Palomar Airport take approximately 0h 20m. The route covers 86 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through VNY, SNA, PSP, SCF, SJC, ABQ, MRY, SLC, SAT, DAL, BZN, PDX, AUS, HOU, YYC, OMA, MSP, MEM, MDW, PIT, BNA, YYZ, RDU, ATL, IAD, PBI, LIR, MIA, FLL, OAK, SFO, LAS, DEN, PHX and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CLD to LAX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SNA, SAN and PSP. 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 LAX to CLD

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LAX to CLD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAX to CLD ranges from 0 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 86 miles (138 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Ana (SNA), San Diego (SAN) and Palm Springs (PSP).