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

• Earliest: departs at 07:40 and lands at 12:24
• Latest: departs at 22:55 and lands at 03:39.

The flight takes about 4h 44m.

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

A direct flight from Los Angeles to Toronto takes 4h 44m, covering 5,651 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Los Angeles to Toronto range from $602 to $984, with an average of $759 over the past 12 months. Anything below $602 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 74% above the $759 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $485 return via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), compared with $777 for direct.

American Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while WestJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Toronto flights are:

• American Airlines: 86% on time
• WestJet: 83% on time
• Air Canada: 77% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 77% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $37–$143 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Toronto flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, Evening flights for 16%, and Night flights for 16%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $604 to $4,256. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Toronto flights:

• Air Canada
• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Air New Zealand

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 Toronto are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $317, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

Since Toronto is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) – daily rates averaging $52:

• Ace
• City Car & Truck Rental
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Zoom Rent A Car
• Hertz

Near Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) – daily rates averaging $79:

• Hertz
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• National
• Advance Car And Truck Rental
• Zoom Rent A Car

Flights from Los Angeles to Toronto usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and may arrive at several airports in Toronto area, including Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl (YKF), Toronto Island (YTZ) and Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon 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 Toronto route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 4h.

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

• Calgary (YYC) – 38% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Los Angeles to Toronto. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $730 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $880, a difference of $150.

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 Toronto. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Air Canada
• Porter Airlines

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 14m, compared to 7h 46m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 01m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Toronto are Union Station, YYZ Artists' Outlet, and Rogers Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Toronto on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Toronto flights:

• Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Air Transat: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: 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:

• Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Porter Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Take the Union Pearson Express. It runs from the Pearson Airport to Union Station in downtown Toronto, and the trip takes just about 30min. It costs around C$15 ($12) and children under 12 ride free. Public transit is a budget-friendly option at only around C$3.75 ($3), but will take close to 1h 30min. Taxis are always an option; the drive is about 30min and the fare will run about C$75 ($60).

Try the FlyAway bus, which offers service between LAX and Union Station, Long Beach, Hollywood, and Van Nuys. One-way fares are from approximately $8 to $9.75. The Metro’s Green Line comes close, and there is a shuttle to take you the rest of the way. Metro fares are around $2 one-way. Take a shuttle for around $30.

Though the Greater Toronto Area is enormous, it’s not necessary to rent a car. It’s very expensive to park, and if you’ll be traveling mostly within the vicinity of your accommodations, the bus system is perfectly serviceable. If your plans include a destination like the Toronto Zoo, or a drive to Niagara Falls, a car may be advisable.

You can shuttle between terminals very easily at LAX, so the whole airport is available to you. Get your trip started off right with some retail therapy in the Great Hall, inspired by the epic shopping on Rodeo Drive. Get a massage, mani-pedi, and even a shower at XpressSpa. Take a timeout in one of the many lounges.

Though the area is served by several airports, the ones that see the most traffic are Toronto Pearson Intl. (YYZ), Toronto Hamilton (YHM), and Toronto Kitchener-Waterloo (YKF). The “main airport” is Pearson Airport (YYZ). Hamilton (YHM) is also a popular choice and handles a lot of cargo traffic. Toronto Kitchener-Waterloo (YKF) is nearly 70 miles away from Toronto’s city center and may be a good choice depending on where you are staying in Toronto.