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Los Angeles.$354 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $354, select.
Los Angeles.$372 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.
Los Angeles.$381 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Fri, 15 Aug.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.
Los Angeles.$387 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $387, select.
Los Angeles.$401 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $401, select.
Los Angeles.$412 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.
Los Angeles.$416 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $416, select.
Los Angeles.$438 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From $438, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Montreal to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from $515
Jul
from $372
Aug
from $381
Sep
from $354
Oct
from $416
Nov
from $491
Dec
from $511
Jan
from $514
Feb
from $514
Mar
from $583
Apr
from $574
May
from $573

Direct flights from Montreal to Los Angeles

Alternative Montreal to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Montreal to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Montreal to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$354
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time6 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week85

Finding cheap flights from Montreal to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Montreal to Los Angeles is $354. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Montreal to Los Angeles.
United, Air New Zealand and Air Canada fly direct from Montreal to Los Angeles.
As of June 2025, there are 85 flights per week flying from Montreal to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Los Angeles is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Montreal, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from $354.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Montreal to Los Angeles on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is WestJet. And the cheapest airline that flies to Burbank Airport is Air Canada.

Travelling from Montreal to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Los Angeles departing from here.

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's primary gateways.

  • Take a direct Montreal to Los Angeles flight and you'll be flying for an average of 6 hours.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles three hours behind Montreal.

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 14 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Montreal to Los Angeles is with Porter Airlines at 20:00. Choose the first YUL to LAX departure operated by Air Canada at 08:00 to maximise your time in Los Angeles.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Montreal to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Los Angeles

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Los Angeles is $189. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $354. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Lock in cheap Montreal to Los Angeles flights by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Montreal to Los Angeles. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Montreal to Los Angeles by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Montreal to Los Angeles flights.

Flying from Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Take off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) on a nonstop flight from Montreal to Los Angeles. From YUL, you can fly straight to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • Reserve your Montreal to Los Angeles plane tickets with Air Canada. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from YUL.

  • Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Montreal to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:

  • 64.89% of flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.

  • To get the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your Montreal to Los Angeles flight.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Montreal to Los Angeles, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to VNY. Kick back after your Montreal to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Montreal to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to travel to Los Angeles. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.

  • Book a Montreal to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.

More about Los Angeles

  • After booking your flight from Montreal to Los Angeles, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should be on any good Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • San Jose is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without a visit to Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Montreal to Los Angeles

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