How many flights from Boston to Los Angeles are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 27.7% of flights from Boston to Los Angeles were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of the routes involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Boston to Los Angeles?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Boston to Los Angeles is 6 hours and 14 minutes. This route covers a distance of 4193 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, typically around 10 hours and 9 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differences when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Boston to Los Angeles?

Historically, good prices on flights from Boston to Los Angeles are observed with frequent regularity. This route is classified as one where deals appear often. Travelers can typically find favorable pricing when planning their trips, based on trends from the trailing 30 days. This makes it a route where diligent searching can often yield good value.

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BOS - Los Angeles
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Boston to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Boston to Los Angeles

A typical journey from Boston to Los Angeles, including connections, takes about 6h 14m. This route covers a significant distance of 4193 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight. Most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Boston to Los Angeles, fares typically range from $336–$672, with a median of $502. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Boston to Los Angeles? The most affordable month to fly is typically December, with a median fare of $261. Other cost-effective options include March, with a median of $317, and January, where the median fare is $334.

Most itineraries for flights from Boston to Los Angeles are not direct. Only about 27.7% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For the majority of itineraries that involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Boston to Los Angeles

Regular price: $320 - $497

Prices for flights from Boston to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Boston to Los Angeles is between $320 and $497. The current lowest deal is $234 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 23-Aug 24.

now $234

Low $320

High $497

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Boston to Los Angeles is January, with a median price of $332. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $655. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $332

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $655

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Boston to Los Angeles

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Boston to Los Angeles

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$412

$236

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$402

$237

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$388

$238

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$365

$239

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$371

$240

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$387

$240

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Boston to Los Angeles

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

$487 → $247

49%

5 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 15

$481 → $247

49%

7 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 26

$477 → $247

48%

8 nights

Nov 18 - Nov 26

$475 → $247

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Boston to Los Angeles

Boston - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Boston to Los Angeles are below the typical level at $234.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices as low as $261

Historically, December, March, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 6h 14m

Direct flights typically take 6h 14m, while connecting flights average 12h 44m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 27.7% of recent flights from Boston to Los Angeles are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways is one airline offering direct flights on the Boston to Los Angeles route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Boston to Los Angeles appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Boston main airports to depart from

Logan International (BOS)

Cheapest

Logan International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Boston to Los Angeles.

📍 ~4 km from Boston city center (reachable by car, bus, or subway)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from Boston to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank (BUR) is a useful alternative arrival airport, especially for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~25 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$221

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Boston to Los Angeles is 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $282. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees a significantly higher average price of $864. Looking across the trailing quarter, prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, such as 28-59 days out with an average of $592, or 60+ days out with an average of $484.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Boston to Los Angeles is considered to be $336 or less. The median price observed for this route was $502. Fares at the higher end, around the 75th percentile, were typically $672. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $336 threshold.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Los Angeles, with a median price of $261. March also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $317. January is another favorable month, showing a median price of $334. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $502 for this route.

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Boston to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Boston to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Boston to Los Angeles

Regular price: $320 - $497

Prices for flights from Boston to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Boston to Los Angeles is between $320 and $497. The current lowest deal is $234 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 23-Aug 24.

now $234

Low $320

High $497

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Los Angeles

January

Cheapest

Flights from $332

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $655

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Boston to Los Angeles

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Boston to Los Angeles

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$412

$236

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$402

$237

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$388

$238

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$365

$239

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$371

$240

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Los Angeles

Boston (BOS) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$387

$240

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Boston to Los Angeles

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

$487 → $247

49%

5 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 15

$481 → $247

49%

7 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 26

$477 → $247

48%

8 nights

Nov 18 - Nov 26

$475 → $247

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Boston to Los Angeles