Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Victoria: what you need to know
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Victoria is one hour behind Los Angeles.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your LAX to Victoria flight.
If you're traveling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from LAX to Victoria. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
LAX is about 12 miles from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of LAX.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Victoria
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria flight is $82. The cheapest price for a return flight is $198. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from LAX to Victoria, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LAX to Victoria by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to the center of Victoria takes around 30 minutes by car. The center is roughly 17 miles away.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYJ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Victoria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Victoria and beyond.
Booking your ride from Victoria International Airport about three weeks before your flight from LAX to Victoria can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
The center of Victoria is around 1 mile from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 10 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near YWH. Kick back and get cozy after your LAX to Victoria flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Victoria
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Victoria in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book a Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 55ºF to 73ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to Victoria in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 32ºF and 48ºF on average.
More about Victoria
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Victoria right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Victoria:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Craigdarroch Castle, Royal BC Museum and Inner Harbour are attractions you won't want to skip in Victoria.
Explore more of Canada
Victoria is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 65 miles north-east of Victoria, a trip to Abbotsford will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
Coquitlam is another favorite destination in Canada and is around 65 miles north-east of Victoria. No trip is complete without seeing Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.
