Tacoma to Los Angeles (TIW–LAX) — 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.
TIW–LAX has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Tacoma
| Metric | TIW→LAX | SEA→LAX | BFI→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TIW | – | 18 mi | 22 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 40 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | – | 696 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 2h 18m | 1h 48m |
Travel Essentials
TIW: PDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Tacoma, it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
TIW–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TIW to LAX
Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
TIW to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TIW to LAX is about 2 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 946 miles (1,522 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (SEA), Seattle (BFI) and Everett (PAE).