Traveling from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is Toronto's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) departing from here.
5 hours 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city runs on the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Toronto.
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with WestJet at 7:45pm. Go for the first YYZ to LAX departure operated by Air Canada at 6:25am if you'd rather get a move on.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Toronto to LAX. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Fly without interruptions from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are available from here.
At YYZ, there's a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport, such as:
Air Canada is the airline most travelers choose for flights from YYZ to LAX.
Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Toronto Pearson International Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Toronto Pearson International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometers from central Toronto. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Toronto to LAX flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
From central Toronto, YHM is around 72 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of YHM is 68%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Central Los Angeles is around 29 kilometers from Los Angeles International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport is AED 671. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,227. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Toronto to LAX, book your plane ticket 11 months before your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Toronto to LAX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Los Angeles International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios Hollywood are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometers southeast to San Diego to check off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometers north of Los Angeles, Bakersfield is another favorite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center and Bakersfield Museum of Art.