Los Angeles to Calgary (LAX–YYC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–YYC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet, China Airlines and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 1,207 miles in approximately 2h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 72 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet | 20 | 737, 73W | 3h10-3h27 | – | – | |
| CI China Airlines | 7 | 737 | 3h10 | SkyTeam | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | 737 | 3h11 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Calgary from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→YYC | LGB→YYC | SNA→YYC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 17 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 1 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 54m | 2h 48m | 3h 17m |
| Departure OTP | 47% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · YYC: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 PM in Calgary.
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–YYC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to YYC
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) are connected by nonstop service from China Airlines, Emirates and WestJet. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to YYC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to YYC ranges from 2 hours 54 minutes to 3 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,207 miles (1,943 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 48 return, totaling 83 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
72 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TRM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Long Beach (LGB), Santa Ana (SNA) and San Diego (SAN).