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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cleveland to Los Angeles:

• Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 11:47 am
• Latest: departs at 8:16 pm and lands at 1:33 am.

The flight takes about 5h 17m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles takes 5h 17m, covering 2,047 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles range from $328 to $483, with an average of $390 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $390 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $240 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $404 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Cleveland to Los Angeles flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $378 to $2,982. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Cleveland to Los Angeles flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Cleveland to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $202, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $49 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

Flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cleveland to Los Angeles route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 39m.

One-stop flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 41% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $376 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $398, a difference of $22.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Cleveland and Los Angeles. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 38m, compared with 6h 53m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 6h 58m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Cleveland (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Cleveland to Los Angeles flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

You do not have to present your passport when flying from CLE to LAX. However, you’re required to have a valid ID. Your ID shouldn't be on the verge of expiring a few days after you fly from CLE to LAX.

Yes, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) has multiple dining spots where you can grab a quick bite as you wait to take off. The main terminal offers the best place for a sit-down meal or drink. CLE also houses several ATMs, currency exchanges, and bank branches.

When arriving at Los Angeles International Airport, it’s possible to contact LAWA ADA for any special assistance. It’s vital to contact your airline 48h in advance for free wheelchair service. All terminals at the airport are equipped with wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Also, all the airport shuttle buses are lift-equipped at no charge.

The distance from LAX to downtown LA is approximately 18.6 miles. Traveling to downtown LA via public transport is the cheapest option, but it takes longer because you have to change at least once. If you want to arrive at your destination faster, pick the LAX FlyAway bus service or airport taxi. The direct bus departs the station every 30min and takes about 30min to get to your destination. An airport taxi takes about 20min, hence being the quickest way.