Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

Flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Mexicali (MXL).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali.

Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali pass through?

Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali most commonly pass through: • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 83% of one-stop connections • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 17% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Los Angeles to Mexicali route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $431 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $470, a difference of $39. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Los Angeles to Mexicali. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 14m and 10h 41m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Mexicali changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $388 to $744. That means the highest observed fare was about 91% higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 14m, compared with 10h 41m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY).

What car rental options are available at Mexicali Airport (MXL)?

Mexicali Airport (MXL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include: · Hertz · Europcar · Fox · Avis · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Mexicali flight?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali range from $431 to $470, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $431 counts as a good deal.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to Mexicali route. 83% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via GDL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

Flights via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $313. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Mexicali which airport offers the shortest layover?

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Mexicali layovers at 318 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14

7:52 pm - 8:02 amLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

12h 10m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

4:12 pm - 1:40 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

21h 28m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

$388Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

3:10 pm - 3:23 pmLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

24h 13m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

4:12 pm - 1:40 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

21h 28m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

$408Viva

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 16

7:52 pm - 8:02 amLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

12h 10m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:01 am - 6:12 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

12h 11m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$411Volaris

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 16

7:52 pm - 8:02 amLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

12h 10m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

4:12 pm - 10:15 amMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

18h 03m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$491Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

7:52 pm - 8:02 amLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

12h 10m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:01 am - 1:25 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

7h 24m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$500Volaris

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14

3:05 pm - 12:54 pmLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

21h 49m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato

4:12 pm - 1:40 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

21h 28m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

$509Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

7:52 pm - 7:08 pmLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

23h 16m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Santiago de Querétaro Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

4:12 pm - 1:40 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

21h 28m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

$530Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

7:52 pm - 12:54 pmLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

17h 02m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato

4:12 pm - 1:40 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

21h 28m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

$556Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 15

7:52 pm - 8:02 amLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

12h 10m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

1:02 am - 11:06 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

22h 04m3 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$578Volaris

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

3:05 pm - 12:54 pmLAX Los Angeles-MXL Mexicali

21h 49m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato

6:01 am - 1:25 pmMXL Mexicali-LAX Los Angeles

7h 24m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Mexicali?

Viva ($408) and Volaris ($411) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Mexicali according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Mexicali?
Flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Mexicali (MXL).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali.
Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali pass through?
Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali most commonly pass through:

• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 83% of one-stop connections
• Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 17% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Los Angeles to Mexicali route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $431 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $470, a difference of $39. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Mexicali?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Los Angeles to Mexicali. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 14m and 10h 41m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Mexicali?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Mexicali changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $388 to $744. That means the highest observed fare was about 91% higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Mexicali?
Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 14m, compared with 10h 41m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY).
What car rental options are available at Mexicali Airport (MXL)?
Mexicali Airport (MXL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Hertz
· Europcar
· Fox
· Avis
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Mexicali flight?
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Mexicali range from $431 to $470, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $431 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $431 - about $39 less than Tuesday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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