Los Angeles to Liberia (LAX–LIR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA775
UA United
B38M
8:15 AM
PDT T8
2:51 PM
CST
5h 36m
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AS1330
AS Alaska
7M8
10:29 AM
PDT
5:02 PM
CST
5h 33m
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AS616
AS Alaska
7M9
11:59 PM
PDT T6
6:36 AM+1
CST
5h 37m
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AS1331
AS Alaska
7M9
7:40 AM
CST
12:59 PM
PDT
6h 19m
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AS1347
AS Alaska
73J
11:45 AM
CST
4:08 PM
PDT
6h 23m
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UA1993
UA United
7M9
4:05 PM
CST
9:05 PM
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6h
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AS617
AS Alaska
B39M
6:08 PM
CST
11:30 PM
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6h 22m
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Los Angeles to Liberia
2 carriers, 16 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 16 Flights/wk 2,628 mi 5h 36m nonstop +1h ahead 39 1-stop hubs

LAX–LIR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,628 miles in approximately 5h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 39 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LAX–LIR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AS Alaska Airlines 14 7M8, 7M9 5h33-5h37 88% Oneworld –
UA United Airlines 2 B38M 5h36 88% Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – AS
7M9 Boeing 737 MAX 9 – AS
B38M – UA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AS (14 flights/wk, 88%)
Star Alliance: UA (2 flights/wk, 13%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LAX to LIR direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
16
Outbound / wk
17
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to LIR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
39
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
SLC ~6h 16m AUS ~6h 18m LAS ~6h 50m DAL ~7h 2m BZE ~7h 36m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,522
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LAX → LIR
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
88%
Return
LIR → LAX
91%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
91%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Liberia is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · LIR: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 PM in Liberia.
Distance & Flight Time
2,628 mi / 4,230 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 36m to 5h 38m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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–LIR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Liberia route.
Route details
Distance2,628 mi / 4,230 km
Flight time5h 36m to 5h 38m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights16 out / 17 return
1-stop connections39 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: LIR
Full nameDaniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
IATA / ICAOLIR / MRLB
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Passengers/yr1.9M
Elevation270 ft / 82 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to LIR flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport take approximately 5h 36m to 5h 38m. The route covers 2,628 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 16 nonstop flights per week from LAX to LIR. The return direction has about 17 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SLC, AUS, LAS, DAL, BZE, OAK, PIE, BZN, APF, TEB, MCI, HPN, RDU, TTN, BED, SXM, CLT, YYC, YVR, FLL, DTW, IAH, EWR, SFO, DEN, YYZ, PHL, DFW, MIA, ORD, MSP, HOU, ATL, BWI, JFK, BOS, SEA, SJO and YUL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Liberia is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles.
Yes, return flights from LIR to LAX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 LIR

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

LAX to LIR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAX to LIR ranges from 5 hours 36 minutes to 5 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,628 miles (4,230 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 33 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SLC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.