Flying from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport flight.
Edmonton is one hour ahead of Los Angeles. Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). You can choose from 7 direct services each week. WestJet operates a 11:25am departure between LAX and YEG.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to YEG, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport with WestJet. This popular airline operates services from LAX.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with WestJet from LAX to YEG.
With 77.08% of its services arriving as planned, WestJet is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to YEG that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LAX and YEG include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to YEG flight:
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Grab an Edmonton International Airport rental car and explore Edmonton and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Central Edmonton is roughly 27 kilometres from Edmonton International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
At the moment, R 1,060 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,844. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to YEG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Los Angeles to YEG.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). July is when most people travel to Edmonton. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in May.
When booking your Los Angeles to YEG plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edmonton, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
February sees temperatures of between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Edmonton
Start your Edmonton trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Edmonton International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Rogers Place and Citadel Theatre are just two of the big attractions to put on your Edmonton must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Muttart Conservatory.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 257 kilometres south of Edmonton, a trip to Calgary will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower.
Around 113 kilometres south of Edmonton, Red Deer is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
