Edmonton to Los Angeles (YEG–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YEG–LAX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet, Advanced Air and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,359 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet | 5 | 737 | 3h35 | – | – | |
| AN Advanced Air | 1 | – | 4h57 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Edmonton
| Metric | YEG→LAX | YYC→LAX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YEG | – | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 48 |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 3h 23m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – |
Travel Essentials
YEG: MDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Edmonton, it's 5:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
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.
YEG–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YEG to LAX
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Advanced Air, Delta Air Lines and WestJet. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YEG to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YEG to LAX ranges from 3 hours 35 minutes to 4 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,359 miles (2,187 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BFI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Calgary (YYC).