Are direct flights from Los Angeles to Quito always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding.

Can flexible travel dates help on Los Angeles to Quito flights?

Yes, having flexible travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary greatly depending on the day of the week or specific time of year. Flying during off-peak days or seasons may result in lower fares.

What extra costs should I check before booking Los Angeles to Quito flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Los Angeles to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Quito

Flights from Los Angeles to Quito cover a substantial distance of 5634 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you should anticipate a significant travel time, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

When looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Quito, fares typically range from $662–$1109, with a median of $929. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that deals are infrequent — a price alert helps.

For those wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Quito, the data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $177. May also presents a good value, with a median fare of $223, followed by December at a median of $257.

Most itineraries for this route are not direct; 0% of recent fares were non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical journey involving 2 stopovers when connecting.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Quito takes approximately 24h 24m, including connections. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the common need for multiple stopovers to reach Quito.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Quito

Regular price: $514 - $1,143

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Quito are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Los Angeles to Quito typically range from $514 to $1143. The current lowest deal is $524 with Copa Airlines for travel from Sep 3-Sep 25.

now $524

Low $514

High $1,143

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Quito is April, with a median price of $177. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $983. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $177

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $983

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Quito

Copa Airlines

Avianca

United Airlines

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Quito

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

American Airlines

$700

$554

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

American Airlines

$663

$656

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

American Airlines

$700

$625

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

$821

$673

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

Copa Airlines

$612

$524

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

United Airlines

$754

$736

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 7

$777 → $618

20%

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

$700 → $558

20%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

$808 → $673

17%

4 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 17

$669 → $555

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

Los Angeles - Quito route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Los Angeles to Quito are near the typical level at $524.

📅 Best time to fly

April, May, and December are cheapest

Historically, April ($177), May ($223), and December ($257) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 24h 24m

Flights from Los Angeles to Quito typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 24h 24m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals via Kiwi

Copa Airlines has a recent deal for $524 via Kiwi, departing September 3 and returning September 25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Quito are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$525

Quito main airports to arrive at

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is ideal for direct access to Quito and surrounding areas.

📍 ~14 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Cheapest

Quito, Ecuador

96% AI deal score

$3,708

$1,028

Save $2,680

United Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Oct 25

Quito, Ecuador

96% AI deal score

$3,800

$1,065

Save $2,735

Avianca

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Feb 16

Quito, Ecuador

95% AI deal score

$3,792

$1,180

Save $2,612

United Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Feb 12

Quito, Ecuador

95% AI deal score

$3,761

$1,265

Save $2,496

United Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Feb 09

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$3,720

$1,429

Save $2,291

United Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 13

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$3,692

$1,431

Save $2,261

United Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Sep 26

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$4,135

$1,440

Save $2,695

United Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Sep 18

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$3,968

$1,482

Save $2,486

United Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Jan 27

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$4,237

$2,004

Save $2,233

Copa Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Jan 27

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$3,942

$2,004

Save $1,938

Copa Airlines

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Jan 27

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$3,922

$2,004

Save $1,918

Copa Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance is often recommended, but there isn't a single perfect time. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over a period may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings sometimes offer different pricing than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide additional flight options or different pricing. While it may require extra travel time to and from the alternate airport, it could potentially lead to savings on your airfare. Always weigh the cost savings against the convenience.

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Los Angeles to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Quito

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Quito

Regular price: $514 - $1,143

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Quito are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Los Angeles to Quito typically range from $514 to $1143. The current lowest deal is $524 with Copa Airlines for travel from Sep 3-Sep 25.

now $524

Low $514

High $1,143

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

April

Cheapest

Flights from $177

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $983

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Quito

Copa Airlines

Avianca

United Airlines

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Quito

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

American Airlines

$700

$554

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

American Airlines

$663

$656

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

American Airlines

$700

$625

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

$821

$673

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

Copa Airlines

$612

$524

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Quito

Los Angeles (LAX) - Quito (UIO)

United Airlines

$754

$736

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 7

$777 → $618

20%

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

$700 → $558

20%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

$808 → $673

17%

4 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 17

$669 → $555

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

Los Angeles - Quito route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Los Angeles to Quito are near the typical level at $524.

📅 Best time to fly

April, May, and December are cheapest

Historically, April ($177), May ($223), and December ($257) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 24h 24m

Flights from Los Angeles to Quito typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 24h 24m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals via Kiwi

Copa Airlines has a recent deal for $524 via Kiwi, departing September 3 and returning September 25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Quito are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$525

Quito main airports to arrive at

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is ideal for direct access to Quito and surrounding areas.

📍 ~14 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Cheapest

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE) is a primary international hub in Ecuador, offering extensive flight options.

Quito, Ecuador

94% AI deal score

$3,922

$2,004

Save $1,918

Copa Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Quito

Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Quito

Los Angeles to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Quito

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Quito

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Quito

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Quito

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

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

Los Angeles - Quito route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

April, May, and December are cheapest

Connecting flights average 24h 24m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers deals via Kiwi

Deals are rare for this route

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Quito main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Quito

Best Elite deals to Quito

Oct 16

Feb 01

Oct 25

Feb 16

Feb 12

Feb 09

Nov 13

Sep 26

Sep 18

Jan 27

Jan 27

Jan 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

How can I find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Quito?

When should I book flights from Los Angeles to Quito?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Los Angeles to Quito?

Are direct flights from Los Angeles to Quito always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Los Angeles to Quito flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Los Angeles to Quito flights?

Related routes

More routes from Los Angeles

Flights to Quito from other cities

Los Angeles to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Quito

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Quito

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Quito

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Quito

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

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Quito

Los Angeles - Quito route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

April, May, and December are cheapest

Connecting flights average 24h 24m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers deals via Kiwi

Deals are rare for this route

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Quito main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Quito

Best Elite deals to Quito

Oct 16

Feb 01

Oct 25

Feb 16

Feb 12

Feb 09

Nov 13

Sep 26

Sep 18

Jan 27

Jan 27

Jan 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

How can I find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Quito?

When should I book flights from Los Angeles to Quito?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Los Angeles to Quito?