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

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:00 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 2:59 am.

The flight takes about 3h.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Austin takes 3h, covering 1,239 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 Los Angeles to Austin range from $288 to $478, with an average of $361 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 70% above the $361 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $190 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $371 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Austin flights are:

• United Airlines: 92% on time
• Delta: 89% on time
• American Airlines: 82% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Austin flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, 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 $274 to $986. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Austin flights:

• Delta
• American Airlines
• JetBlue
• Alaska Airlines

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 Los Angeles to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $143, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Fox
• Easirent
• Thrifty

Flights from Los Angeles to Austin usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

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 Los Angeles to Austin route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 21m.

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 49% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Los Angeles to Austin. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $343 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $421, a difference of $78.

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

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

• Delta
• Southwest
• American Airlines
• United Airlines

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 38m, compared with 5h 51m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 02m via El Paso (ELP).

Austin is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Austin flights:

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

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

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

Travelers can explore the art displays at LAX while waiting for a Los Angeles-to-Austin flight. Live music performances also take place in Terminals 1 and 7.

Car rentals at AUS are accessible via the Mobility Tram on the third floor of the Red Garage, across the pedestrian walkway from the terminal's upper-level departures area. Rental car companies are listed there.

Yes, the USO Lounge at LAX is free for all active military members.

Yes, AUS has ADA-compliant features for travelers with restricted mobility. These include an accessible companion care restroom by Gate 11, accessible elevators and water fountains, a mobility lounge near the ticket counters and visual interpretation services through Aira for low-vision or blind travelers.

AUS has three airline lounges. The American Airlines Admirals Club is inside security, across from Gate 22. The United Club is in the Barbara Jordan Terminal. The Delta Sky Club is on the mezzanine level of the Barbara Jordan Terminal, near the Delta gates. Entry to the American Airlines Admirals Club requires a scheduled American Airlines flight and meeting the lounge's access requirements. Admirals Club access may be based on membership, class of service or AAdvantage status. Entry to the United Club requires a scheduled United Airlines flight and meeting that lounge's access requirements. United Club access may come through a qualifying membership or an eligible one-time pass. Fees may apply.

Yes. XpresSpa offers manicures and pedicures. Be Relax spa in Terminal 1 also offers massages.