Los Angeles to Edmonton (LAX–YEG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAX–YEG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 1,359 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet Also: KE, QF, SK | 6 | B38M | 3h20 | – | KE, QF, SK | |
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Edmonton from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→YEG | LGB→YEG | SNA→YEG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 17 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | – | – |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 2h 3m | 3h |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · YEG: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 PM in Edmonton.
US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.
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.
LAX–YEG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to YEG
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet and Air Canada. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LAX to YEG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to YEG is about 3 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,359 miles (2,187 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Calgary, Vancouver and Harry Reid. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Long Beach (LGB), Santa Ana (SNA) and Carlsbad (CLD).