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

• Earliest: departs at 12:33 am and lands at 5:34 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 5:00 am.

The flight takes about 5h 01m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Miami:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Miami takes 5h 01m, covering 2,337 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 Miami range from $368 to $601, with an average of $480 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $480 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $259 round-trip via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared to $500 for nonstop.

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 Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Miami flights, with 56% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 11%, and evening flights for 0%.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Miami flights:

• American Airlines
• Delta
• 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 Los Angeles to Miami are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Dollar
• Boutique Rent a Car
• Alamo
• Hertz

Flights from Los Angeles to Miami usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

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 Miami route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 17m.

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

• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Los Angeles to Miami. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $421 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $530, a difference of $109.

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 Los Angeles and Miami. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Delta

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 51m, compared with 6h 58m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 7h 16m via Orlando (MCO).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Kaseya Center, Bayside Marketplace and Bayfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Miami flights:

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

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

The most convenient way to LAX is the LAX FlyAway bus that runs seven days a week. The bus stops in Hollywood, Long Beach, downtown Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, and UCLA, and goes directly to LAX. Tickets can be purchased online or onboard.

Mothers will appreciate the Nursing Rooms located in every terminal of LAX, which offer a comfortable space to nurse, pump, or feed babies. Private MIAmama suites can be found in every concourse at Miami International Airport.

If you’re traveling with a pet or service animal, there are eight animal relief areas beyond the security checkpoints at LAX. Upon arrival in Miami, there are a number of indoor and outdoor facilities available for your four-legged friend.

The most affordable option from Miami Beach from Miami Airport is the Airport Express bus service (route 150), which departs from the MIA MetroRail station to South Beach. Buses depart every 20 minutes and the service runs 7 days a week. If you arrive at Fort Lauderdale, take the shuttle bus to the Tri-Rail Fort Lauderdale Airport Station at Dania Beach, which connects to destinations in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach County.

Yes, LAX offers convenient parking options to passengers who opt to leave their vehicles at the airport when flying out. Central Terminal Parking is ideal for picking up or dropping passengers, extended stays, and overnight trips. Economy Parking offers up to 4000 stalls and features about 305 EV Chargers. Travelers with bikes and motorcycles can park inside the Central Terminal Parking Lots for free for up to 30 days. Payments by cash and major credit cards like American Express, MasterCard, Discover, and Visa are accepted. You can also pay via debit cards like Explore, Star, and Interlink.

Yes, LAX provides multiple ATMs and currency exchange services for passengers who need cash before flying out. ICE Currency Exchange operates kiosks in every terminal in the airport. You can find them in the South Concourse, North Concourse, Departure, and Arrival Level in the Tom Bradley International Terminal. Others are in the Arrival Levels in Terminals 6, 5, and 2, and in the Departure Levels in Terminals 3, 4, and 7. Bank of America runs ATMs in the Arrival Level in Terminal 5.

MIA is an accessible airport that strives to provide equal and accessible air travel for all travelers. Each airline flying through the airport offers wheelchair assistance services to its passengers. MIA also provides wheelchair charging stations where travelers can charge their mobile devices before their flight. The stations are post-security in Concourses J, H, G, F, E, and D and pre-security in the H and D International Arrivals. MIA also provides TTY/TDD telephones, accessible restrooms, and designated disabled parking.

To fly sustainably from Los Angeles to Miami, choose airlines emitting fewer carbon emissions to the environment, pack, prioritize direct flight deals, and pack light when traveling. American Airlines offers the most eco-friendly flights to Miami from Los Angeles. Its nonstop flights on this route emit about 37% less carbon than its counterparts.