Los Angeles (LAX) to Toronto (YYZ) is about 2,171 miles (3,494 km), roughly 4 h 50 min of flying time. Toronto is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles all year.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Toronto?
Lowest round-trip fares found in recent searches for each month (7 to 14 day trips). Pick a cheap month, then confirm the live price.
Are there nearby airports that could be cheaper?
Fares at a neighboring airport are sometimes lower. Worth comparing on this route:
- BURHollywood Burbank Airport convenient for the San Fernando Valley and Hollywood.
- LGBLong Beach Airport a compact airport south of downtown Los Angeles.
- SNAJohn Wayne Airport serves Orange County.
- ONTOntario International Airport serves the Inland Empire east of Los Angeles.
- YTZBilly Bishop Toronto City Airport on the downtown waterfront.
What do I need before flying to Toronto?
This is an international trip, so you need a valid passport. Entry rules, visas and health requirements change, so check the official US State Department page before you book: Canada travel information.
Plan how you will stay connected; an eSIM is usually cheaper than your carrier's roaming plan. See travel services.
Stay connected in Toronto
An eSIM gives you local data from the moment you land, usually far cheaper than roaming.
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Things to do in Toronto
Popular attractions and tickets, most with free cancellation.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Los Angeles from Toronto by plane?
The great-circle distance between LAX and YYZ is about 2,171 miles (3,494 km).
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Toronto?
About 4 h 50 min of flying time based on distance, if a nonstop flight operates. Actual schedules vary by airline and wind, and itineraries with connections take longer.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Toronto?
Toronto is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles all year.
Distance and flying time are calculated from airport coordinates (OurAirports data) and a typical cruise speed; they are planning estimates, not schedules. Updated 2026-10-28.
