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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $324-$488
American Airlines
Sat 1/20Sat 1/27
RSW - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$419
Typical prices: $389-$563
United Airlines
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
RSW - LAX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 5h 46m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles (RSW-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Myers to Los Angeles

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
American Airlines Logo
12:46 pm - 7:40 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 5:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$257American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
4:54 pm - 10:57 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:58 pm - 10:33 amLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$257American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:26 pm - 11:00 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 34m1 stop New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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6:00 am - 7:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
34h 47m2 stops Denver Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$266Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:26 pm - 11:00 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 34m1 stop New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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11:45 am - 7:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
29h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$266Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 3:10 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:10 am - 7:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
11h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$354Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 4:30 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:33 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$364United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
12:24 pm - 7:18 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:11 am - 6:07 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
4h 56mnonstop
$380United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 3:10 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:30 pm - 9:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
$391Southwest
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
Delta Logo
2:28 pm - 9:45 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
10h 17m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
Delta Logo
10:59 pm - 1:12 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
11h 13m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$439Delta
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
Delta Logo
12:53 pm - 8:02 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-LAX Los Angeles
10h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:45 am - 9:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
8h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles typically range from $324 to $488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Myers to Los Angeles. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Myers to Los Angeles at $333 round-trip.
•September ($457) and December ($437) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Fort Myers to Los Angeles

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Marisa Garcia

Expert on RSW

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Key details for Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$122
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Fort Myers to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles

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Your Fort Myers to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:00 am and lands at 2:46 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:09 pm and lands at 12:55 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 46m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Fort Myers to Los Angeles takes 5h 46m, covering 2,233 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Fort Myers to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles range from $324 to $488, with an average of $395 over the past 12 months. Anything below $324 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $395 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $255 round-trip via New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), compared to $466 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Fort Myers to Los Angeles route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Fort Myers to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Fort Myers to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $177, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles usually depart from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl (RSW) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $364 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $492, a difference of $128.

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

  • What airlines fly from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Fort Myers and Los Angeles.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 15m, compared with 7h 31m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 32m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Fort Myers and Los Angeles?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights?

    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 First 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.

  • Which are the most popular layover cities from Fort Myers to Los Angeles?

    The most popular layover cities from Fort Myers to Los Angeles include Detroit, Dallas, Minneapolis, Chicago, Phoenix, Newark, New York, Orlando, Denver, Los Vegas, Cleveland, Boston, Washington, D. C, Charlotte, Houston, and Atlanta. The layover cities and specific flight schedules vary from one airline to another.

  • Which airlines operating from Fort Myers to Los Angeles offer Business Class flights?

    Many airlines operate Business Class flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles, including United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta. While the amenities and benefits of traveling in Business Class vary with different airlines, improved dining options, extra legroom, access to select lounges, and unlimited in-flight Entertainment are common.

  • Which airlines operating from Fort Myers to Los Angeles consider persons with limited mobility?

    All airlines operating from Fort Myers to Los Angeles offer accessible services. For instance, if you book your flight ticket with Sun Country Air, you will enjoy its seamless and comfortable air trips. The airline has a well-trained team to provide airport and onboarding services. You will get a wheelchair to help you from check-in to departure. Also, onboarding services include assisting you in accessing the craft restroom. Upon arriving at LAX, the team will help you deplane.

  • Which other nearby cities can I travel to from Los Angeles International Airport?

    After landing at Los Angeles International Airport, you can travel to several nearby cities and towns since the airport is a central transportation hub with incredible transport networks. You can conveniently travel to West Hollywood, El Segundo, Culver City, Venice, Glendale, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and Pasadena by bus, taxi, or rental car.

Your guide to booking Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $364, about $128 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Myers to Los Angeles trip for April. Fares historically average $333 round-trip in that month - typically $124 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $255 round-trip on this route - about $211 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
  • Flights from Fort Myers to Los Angeles begin from SW Florida International Airport (RSW) and end at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Numerous airlines operate the route, including Delta, Sun Country Air, JetBlue, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines.
  • Suppose you want extra legroom with your Economy seat ticket. In that case, multiple airlines operating from Fort Myers to Los Angeles have comfy seats with an Economy Class ticket. Consider Economy at Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Air, or American Basic. Alternatively, look for Comfort + with Delta or Blue Basic with JetBlue.
  • Delta Airlines allows you to upgrade your Economy Comfort + seat ticket to Business Class. If you are interested, inquire from the carrier regarding the availability of the service. The carrier also often emails passengers asking if they are interested in upgrading. Upgrading the ticket usually costs less than the original Business Class ticket.
  • Since LAX is a major hub for United Airlines, consider traveling with the carrier to enjoy unlimited lounge amenities when you land. United Club has unlimited Entertainment, digital magazines, comfy seats, a business center, and complimentary food, drinks, and snacks. It gives you the convenience of refreshment.
  • If you intend to travel with your pet, consider traveling with American Airlines. Apart from welcoming its furry passengers to travel with it, the carrier also invites pets in the cabin. The airline allows smaller pets to be transported in the cabin but they must be kept in a container. It transports bigger pets in the cargo hold for more care, safety, and Comfort. With the proper documentation, traveling with your pet should be manageable.

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Thursday

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