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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Miami:

• Earliest: departs at 00:33 and lands at 05:34
• Latest: departs at 23:47 and lands at 04:48.

The flight takes about 5h 01m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Miami.

A direct flight from Los Angeles to Miami takes 5h 01m, covering 6,052 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Los Angeles to Miami range from $541 to $875, with an average of $696 over the past 12 months. Anything below $541 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $696 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $375 return via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared with $724 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $65–$145 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Miami flights, with 56% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 11%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Miami flights:

• American Airlines
• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Miami are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $327, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $44 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Budget
• Alamo
• Boutique Rent a Car
• Hertz

Flights from Los Angeles to Miami usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Miami route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 17m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Miami most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 26% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) – 23% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Los Angeles to Miami. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $606 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $769, a difference of $164.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Miami. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Delta

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 51m, compared to 6h 58m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 7h 16m via Orlando (MCO).

Miami is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Bayfront Park is one of the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Miami flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The most convenient way to LAX is the LAX FlyAway bus that runs seven days a week. The bus stops in Hollywood, Long Beach, downtown Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, and UCLA, and goes directly to LAX. Tickets can be purchased online or onboard.

Mothers will appreciate the Nursing Rooms located in every terminal of LAX, which offer a comfortable space to nurse, pump, or feed babies. Private MIAmama suites can be found in every concourse at Miami International Airport.

If you’re traveling with a pet or service animal, there are eight animal relief areas beyond the security checkpoints at LAX. Upon arrival in Miami, there are a number of indoor and outdoor facilities available for your four-legged friend.

The most affordable option from Miami Beach from Miami Airport is the Airport Express bus service (route 150), which departs from the MIA MetroRail station to South Beach. Buses depart every 20 minutes and the service runs 7 days a week. If you arrive at Fort Lauderdale, take the shuttle bus to the Tri-Rail Fort Lauderdale Airport Station at Dania Beach, which connects to destinations in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach County.