Los Angeles to Vancouver (LAX–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–YVR is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, WestJet and Flair Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,082 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 115 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: QF | 7 | E75 | 3h19 | Oneworld | QF | |
| WS WestJet Also: CI, EK, KE, QF | 7 | 738 | 2h55 | – | CI, EK, KE, QF | |
| F8 Flair Airlines | 3 | B38M | 3h | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | 738 | 2h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→YVR | BUR→YVR | SNA→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 18 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 152 | – | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 24m | 3h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver.
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.
The Canada Line runs from the airport to Waterfront/downtown in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 on Compass card. Trains depart every 6–8 minutes from the International Terminal station (basement level). Taxis queue outside arrivals; metered fares to downtown are CAD $35–45. Uber and Lyft have a designated pick-up zone.Rental car desks are in the terminal. The VALET shuttle also connects to other transit points on Sea Island. YVR is particularly well-organised for transfers; pre-clearance facility clears U.S.-bound passengers through U.S. customs before departure.
Temperate oceanic climate. One of the mildest in Canada. Winters (November–March) are wet and overcast at 2–8°C. Snow is infrequent at sea level, but when it does fall, the city struggles and the airport can see delays. Fog in winter and early spring is a more consistent disruption risk. Summers (June–August) are warm and dry at 20–27°C with very little rain.
Wildfire smoke from BC and Alberta can reduce visibility at the airport during August and September. Pack rain gear for autumn through spring. Summers are dry and clear.
LAX–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to YVR
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Flair Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and WestJet. With 152 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to YVR ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,082 miles (1,741 km). There are approximately 152 weekly flights outbound and 165 return, totaling 317 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
115 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR), Santa Ana (SNA) and San Bernardino (SBD).