Toronto to Los Angeles (YYZ–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
YYZ–LAX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Porter Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,171 miles in approximately 5h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: NH, NZ, OS, SN, SQ, UA | 35 | 223, 77L, 789, B38M, BCS3 | 4h38-5h18 | Star Alliance | NH, NZ, OS, SN, SQ, UA | |
| PD Porter Airlines Also: TS | 7 | E295 | 5h14 | – | TS | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| TWY TWY | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Toronto
| Metric | YYZ→LAX | YHM→LAX | BUF→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YYZ | – | 38 mi | 68 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 124 | – | 7 |
| Flight time | 5h 18m | 4h 56m | 4h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 92% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YYZ: EDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, it's 3:00 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.
The UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.
Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.
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.
YYZ–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YYZ to LAX
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Porter Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 124 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YYZ to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YYZ to LAX is about 5 hours 18 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,171 miles (3,494 km). There are approximately 124 weekly flights outbound and 95 return, totaling 219 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hamilton (YHM), Buffalo (BUF) and Gravenhurst (YQA).