Los Angeles International to Toronto Pearson
2171 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 4h 46m with 8 airlines operating direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ). Cheapest fares are usually in Jun (around $124 return), with peak prices in Jun (around $124). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.
Flying from Los Angeles International
Los Angeles International spreads across nine terminals arranged in a U around the central hub, with the inter-terminal LAX-it shuttle and the new Automated People Mover (opening late 2026) connecting them. Metro Rail does not yet enter the airport directly — the K Line shuttle and FlyAway bus to Union Station are the rail-adjacent options. American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska all run major operations here; international long-haul fills T2 and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson is 22 km northwest of downtown Toronto, with the UP Express train reaching Union Station in 25 minutes for CA$12.35. Air Canada is the dominant carrier; US carriers serve YYZ heavily as the largest cross-border destination. Fares from US East Coast and Midwest are competitive year-round; peak demand is around Caribana (early August) and the Toronto International Film Festival (early September).
Who flies LAX to YYZ?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| American Airlines | AA | 4h 46m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 4h 46m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 4h 46m | Economy |
| Southwest Airlines | WN | 4h 46m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 4h 46m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 4h 46m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 4h 46m | Economy |
| Hawaiian Airlines | HA | 4h 46m | Economy |
8 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Best time to fly LAX→YYZ
Synthesised from 12-month price aggregates. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.
Estimated baseline. Prices update on a 30-day cadence as Travelpayouts data refreshes. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.
Los Angeles to Toronto FAQs
Direct flights from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) take approximately 4h 46m for the 2171-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
Jun is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $119. Jun is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.
8 carriers operate direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ): American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 3 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — American Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No eTA required for US citizens, but a US passport (or NEXUS card / Enhanced Driver License) is required for air travel. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
Toronto Pearson (YYZ) is the primary international airport for Toronto. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.