Flights to Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is the primary West Coast gateway for domestic and international travel. Here's what to know before you search flights to Los Angeles, California.
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Flying Into Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a sprawling city where LAX is the default but not the only airport in range. Most commercial flights land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), though Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and Long Beach Airport (LGB) are worth knowing about depending on where you're headed once you land.
Airlines with a notable presence on Los Angeles routes include Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines. Nonstop availability depends on your origin city — larger markets are more likely to have direct service, while smaller cities may route through a connecting hub.
Airports Serving Los Angeles
| Primary airport | Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) |
|---|---|
| Alternative | Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) — convenient for the San Fernando Valley |
| Alternative | Long Beach Airport (LGB) — smaller, often less congested |
| State | California |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles
Is LAX the only airport that serves Los Angeles?
No. LAX is the primary gateway, but Hollywood Burbank (BUR) and Long Beach (LGB) also serve the metro area with domestic flights and can be worth checking if you're headed to the Valley or Orange County.
How far in advance should I book a domestic flight to LA?
There's no universal magic number, but booking a few weeks to a couple of months ahead generally gives you more fare options than booking last minute, especially around holidays.
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