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Cheapest return flight
$285
Typical prices: $336-$573
Frontier
Mon 1/10Wed 3/10
MCO - LAX • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$162
Typical prices: $190-$377
Breeze Airways
Sun 23/9
MCO - LAX • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, United Airlines, and others. Average duration is 5h 27m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 30% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $272 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Los Angeles (MCO-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Orlando to Los Angeles

Thu, 1 Oct - Sat, 3 Oct
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15:48 - 18:10MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
5h 22mdirect
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21:40 - 05:36LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
4h 56mdirect
$285Frontier
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
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15:48 - 18:10MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
5h 22mdirect
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06:00 - 19:48LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
10h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$303Frontier
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
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15:48 - 18:10MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
5h 22mdirect
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21:40 - 05:36LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
4h 56mdirect
$321Frontier
Sat, 3 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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15:48 - 18:10MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
5h 22mdirect
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21:40 - 05:36LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
4h 56mdirect
$334Frontier
Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 27 Oct
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07:10 - 12:06MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 56m1 stop Charleston
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23:10 - 10:48LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
8h 38m1 stop New Orleans Louis Armstrong
$336Breeze Airways
Thu, 1 Oct - Sat, 3 Oct
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06:00 - 15:23MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
12h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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21:40 - 05:36LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
4h 56mdirect
$356Frontier
Sat, 3 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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06:00 - 16:23MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
13h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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17:20 - 05:30LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
9h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$360Frontier
Thu, 1 Oct - Sat, 3 Oct
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19:27 - 23:44MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 17m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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17:20 - 05:30LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
9h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$361Frontier
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
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15:48 - 18:10MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
5h 22mdirect
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06:00 - 19:48LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
10h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$364Frontier
Sat, 3 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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15:48 - 18:10MCO  Orlando-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
5h 22mdirect
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17:20 - 05:30LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MCO Orlando
9h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$367Frontier
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

Return flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles start at $285. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $336 to $573. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $285 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles at $313 return.
  • June ($572) and July ($527) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$162
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Orlando to Los Angeles

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Your Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    5 airlines operate flights between Orlando Airport and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights?

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

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

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles:

    • Economy class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $272 return via Baltimore/Washington (BWI), compared with $459 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $44–$138 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles pass through?

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Orlando Airport to Los Angeles route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $414 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $526, a difference of $112. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    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 Orlando Airport to Los Angeles route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 47 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, Evening flights for 30%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Dodger Stadium, and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 11:27
    • Latest: departs at 20:20 and lands at 01:47.

    The flight takes about 5h 27m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 19% above the route average of $446. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    A direct flight from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles takes 5h 27m, covering 5,729 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $190, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights?

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

    • United Airlines: 92% on time
    • Delta: 89% on time
    • Frontier: 87% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 05m, compared to 8h 01m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 8h 05m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Orlando Airport and Los Angeles?

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flight?

    Return flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles range from $336 to $573, with an average of $446 over the past 12 months. Anything below $336 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights?

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

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • 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.

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $414 – about $112 less than Sunday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to Los Angeles trip for October. Fares historically average $313 return in that month – typically $259 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 92% of United Airlines flights from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 87%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours47 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $272 return on this route – about $187 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Orlando to Los Angeles Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Orlando Airport to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Orlando to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles Los Angeles to Orlando

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +2 more

American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

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