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$125 Find Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

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Cheapest round-trip
$260
Overall average: $367
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/21Thu 11/27
PIT - LAX • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$263
Typical prices: $315-$575
Breeze Airways
Thu 12/18Thu 12/25
PIT - LAX • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $261 (round-trip)
Breeze Airways
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When to book
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Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles (PIT-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

Fri, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 27
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10:42 pm - 9:30 pmPIT-LAX
25h 48m2 stops
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12:59 pm - 8:48 pmLAX-PIT
4h 49mnonstop
$260Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
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5:42 pm - 8:02 pmPIT-LAX
5h 20mnonstop
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6:10 am - 8:04 pmLAX-PIT
10h 54m1 stop
$261American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Wed, Nov 26
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5:42 pm - 8:02 pmPIT-LAX
5h 20mnonstop
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1:30 am - 2:26 pmLAX-PIT
9h 56m1 stop
$262American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
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8:50 pm - 8:17 amPIT-LAX
14h 27m1 stop
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6:00 am - 9:35 pmLAX-PIT
12h 35m1 stop
$263Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
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10:06 pm - 12:43 amPIT-LAX
29h 37m1 stop
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11:53 am - 9:11 pmLAX-PIT
30h 18m1 stop
$270Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 8
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5:51 pm - 10:55 pmPIT-LAX
8h 04m1 stop
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8:40 am - 6:49 pmLAX-PIT
7h 09m1 stop
$272United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
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5:26 pm - 11:25 pmPIT-LAX
8h 59m1 stop
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2:15 pm - 12:12 amLAX-PIT
6h 57m1 stop
$277Delta
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
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9:31 am - 12:14 pmPIT-LAX
5h 43mnonstop
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12:59 pm - 8:48 pmLAX-PIT
4h 49mnonstop
$278Breeze Airways
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Sat, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 10
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10:12 am - 3:55 pmPIT-LAX
8h 43m1 stop
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8:00 am - 5:11 pmLAX-PIT
6h 11m1 stop
$287Delta
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 23
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9:31 am - 12:14 pmPIT-LAX
5h 43mnonstop
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12:59 pm - 8:48 pmLAX-PIT
4h 49mnonstop
$308Breeze Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Pittsburgh to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Pittsburgh, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles is July, where tickets cost $289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $416 and $367 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $297, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

 
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Breeze Airways

Breeze offers nonstop flights with low fares and flexible booking policies for a convenient travel experience.


The Airbus A220 provides wider seats, larger windows, and a quieter cabin for a comfortable flight.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and 11” extra legroom for added comfort.


Spirit's Wi-Fi offers gate-to-gate connectivity, with options for browsing or streaming packages.

Airports
PIT

Due to construction at PIT, arrive earlier to navigate potential changes and ensure a smooth departure experience.

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LAX

For quick rideshare pickup at LAX, head to LAX-it, a special lot past Terminal 1, accessible by shuttle or walkway.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$125
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

  • What are some good choices for nonstop flights between Pittsburgh and Los Angeles?

    One of the best choices for a nonstop flight between these two cities is the nonstop flight offered by Spirit Airlines.

  • If I am looking to stay at a hotel that has a location near the airport in Los Angeles what are some good options?

    There are quite a few hotels that have a location right at the entrance to the airport and they include the LAX guest house, the Hilton Los Angeles Airport, the Courtyard By Marriott Los Angeles Lax/Century Boulevard, and the Quality Inn & Suites Los Angeles Airport - LAX.

  • If I am looking for a public transportation option to get me from downtown Pittsburgh to the Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) what are some good choices?

    One of the best options to make this trip is the Port Authority Transit 28X Airport Flyer. The fare to ride this bus is around $2.75.

  • What are some of the beach communities that I can easily access once I land at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Because so many people travel to Los Angeles to visit some of the amazing coastal communities that are located here, you'll be happy to know the communities like Marina Del Rey, Huntington Beach, and Manhattan Beach are just a short trip away from the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles was $125 for a one-way ticket and $260 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Pittsburgh and Los Angeles?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    When flying out of Pittsburgh you will be using Pittsburgh. You will be landing at Los Angeles, also known as Los Angeles.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Pittsburgh to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Pittsburgh to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Pittsburgh and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    There are nonstop flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles, Breeze Airways or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles are Breeze Airways and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $263 and an overall rating of 8.1, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $403 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Pittsburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Pittsburgh with another airline. Booking your flights between Pittsburgh and LAX can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Pittsburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $139 or less one-way and $344 or less round-trip.
  • If you are planning on driving yourself to the airport in Pittsburgh before your flight to Los Angeles there are several different options for parking your car. The most economical of these options is their Extended parking lot that cost around $8 per day.
  • If you were looking for a comfortable place to wait at the airport in Pittsburgh before your flight to Los Angeles there are a couple of good options. One is the American Airlines Admirals Club that has a location past security in the main terminal. One other option is The Club PIT that has a location by gate C51 and costs around $45 per hour to use.
  • If someone will be picking you up from the airport in Los Angeles they can do so on the arrivals level at each terminal building. The airport recommends that they wait for you in the free 24-hour cell phone lot that is located just to the east of the airport and is just a 1 or 2min drive to the terminal buildings.
  • If you plan on renting a car when you arrive at the airport in Los Angeles it is important to note that none of the rental car companies have a location at the airport. All of the major rental car companies offer shuttle service to their location offsite and you can find these shuttles under the purple rental car shuttle signs you will find on the arrivals level at each terminal.
  • If you are a new mother that is nursing you'll be happy to know that the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has nursing room locations in each of the terminal buildings of the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles.
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Direct departures

Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

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Los Angeles to Pittsburgh

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

American Airlines, Breeze Airways

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

 
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Breeze AirwaysOverall score based on 223 reviews
8.3Boarding
8.7Crew
8.2Comfort
6.7Food
6.7Entertainment
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I was surprised with Breeze Airlines. It was my first time flying with them, and I was hesitant. It was a great experience. The seats are really comfortable. You have much more space than other airlines, and they are better quality seats. The service was amazing, and we landed almost an hour before schedule. It was an amazing experience; I really recommend Breeze Airlines.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Nov 2025ORF - SAN
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I was surprised with Breeze Airlines. It was my first time flying with them, and I was hesitant. It was a great experience. The seats are really comfortable. You have much more space than other airlines, and they are better quality seats. The service was amazing, and we landed almost an hour before schedule. It was an amazing experience; I really recommend Breeze Airlines.

Ridiculous to have to pay for carry on and to pick seats

We did have a delay but nothing that affected our schedule to terribly. Breeze is the best budget airline that we have found for the eastern seaboard. Price is good. Baggage rates aren't terrible. I suggest checking a bag which gets you more bang for your buck. They fly into smaller airports which is so much easier than trying to get through Logan or JFK. Overall good trip.

First time flying Breeze everything went smoothly. Left early and arrived early to our destination. Definitely will be flying again with them!😊

Great! Only problem is we can’t use the northbound flight on this route as it arrives much too late and is not non-stop.

Given some type of snack. Had staff that hated their job and life in general. Have regular overhead bins. The bags have to go sideways and even then, they barely fit. The seats in the front - what would be considered business class were nice. Nothing extra but nice for a short flight. But the regular seats were so close I have no idea how people even fit it them.

Our gate was changed twice, but since they were super close it wasn't an issue. We were delayed 90 mins or so, which wasn't great, but sometimes that's just what happens. Communication was the issue. We weren't kept informed about delays--with more information I would have gotten a real meal, taken a "bio break" and purchased a new book. Because another. flight was being updated more frequently about their delays, I thought ours would be shorter and stayed close by. It left me feeling more frustrated than was necessary.

Your feedback should include a "not applicable" button. There was no food, nor entertainment on our flight. Also, a snack on a short flight will be nice to have

Boarding at BDL gate 24 was confused, but balanced out by friendly, responsive gate attendants. The crew were friendly and made for a straightforward flight. Seats were fine, but the aircraft needs to go in for cabin maintenance. The air nozzles overhead were all loose and could not be closed or adjusted.

Head rest did not move, very uncomfortable. Staff was great. There was no entertainment, would be nice not to have to pay for snack.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

The crew was not very visible. This might be a good thing for people who wanted to sleep but seemed odd when compared to the Atlantic crossing where they are more present in the cabin. The Food (beef) was not good. Tough and tasteless. Would love to see more choices on a long flight like that.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

The flight crew was friendly. I tried to adjust my seat online ahead of time but no option existed without additional fees. My friend asked at the gate about a seat change and was able to make it happen. That was great! The flight crew moved a very tall gentleman and his companion which allowed us to have more space which was nice. Overall, good experience. Appreciated the blanket and pillow.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

My flight was extremely cold. I had a jacket and a cover was left in each seat. The cover was extremely thin and I have a disability, fibromyalgia and arthrithis and AC air is the worst. I closed my vent and my husbands vent and it still was frigid. I asked the attendant if I could get another cover and she quickly almost dismissively and totally unconcerned stating, (I quote) (one per chair) and walked off so quickly that I didn't get a chance to explain to her that I literally have adisability. I didnt want to make a seen so I set on that flight for over 5 hours in pain, joints locking up and extremely uncomfortable. When my fibromyalgia flares up my joints not only ache but they will lock up also and it takes me days to get back to my regular self even though I take medication for it. I felt like it would not have hurt anyone at all for her to just give me an extra cover because I'm sure they have all types of medical issues in people that fly every day.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

The internet service I paid for didn’t work at all and the flight crew was not very friendly.

Subject: Formal Complaint: Discriminatory and Unprofessional Conduct – Request for Immediate Action & Compensation Dear [Airline Customer Relations Team], I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding my recent travel experience with [Airline], which was by far the worst I have ever encountered. What occurred was not only unprofessional, but in several instances discriminatory, unsafe, and unacceptable. On the first leg of my trip, I arrived only four minutes past check-in. Instead of making any attempt to resolve the matter, your representative flatly denied me boarding and made me wait while she attended to passengers who arrived after me. By the time a manager intervened, it was too late to board, costing me time, money, and unnecessary frustration. The second leg of my trip (Chicago–San Francisco) raised even more serious concerns. From the outset, it was apparent that the staff—particularly two attendants—prioritized Caucasian passengers while dismissing African American and minority passengers. • When a Caucasian passenger in the exit row refused to comply with federal safety requirements, I, as a first responder, immediately offered to switch seats and assume the responsibility. My offer was blatantly ignored, and instead, a Caucasian passenger seated further up was chosen. This was discriminatory and deeply insulting, especially as I was actively de-escalating the situation that could have delayed the flight further. • During a lengthy tarmac delay of over 90 minutes, passengers were given conflicting and unreasonable instructions that created unnecessary distress and tension. • Throughout the flight, a visibly intoxicated passenger directly in front of me was disruptive, rude to others, failed to comply with seatbelt and electronic device rules, and yet faced no enforcement from the crew. In stark contrast, I was singled out for repeated compliance checks even though I was following every rule. This unequal treatment was so obvious that multiple passengers around me spoke up in my defense. This pattern of behavior demonstrated a clear lack of professionalism, disregard for passenger safety, and discriminatory treatment. I expect far better from an airline of your stature. As a paying customer subjected to this unacceptable treatment, I am formally requesting: 1. A full investigation into the conduct of the staff on both flights. 2. A written apology acknowledging the discriminatory and unprofessional behavior I endured. 3. Appropriate compensation for the distress, inconvenience, and mishandling of my travel. If this matter is not addressed promptly and thoroughly, I will have no choice but to escalate my complaint further, including filing with the U.S. Department of Transportation and sharing my experience through other channels. I trust [Airline] will take this complaint seriously and provide a timely resolution.

Check in was quick and easy during early hours. Flight was on time, and customer services was a plus.

I understand that the food on the airplane wouldn’t be fantastic. However, it wasn’t good at all. 😭

The flight was comfortable with the exit row and great service

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

1. when we went to check in, our 2 first class seats had been CANCELED and the flight was sold out. This was done without our prior knowledge. It was all we could do to restore one first class seat for my wife and I flew economy. 2, Our flight home was scheduled to leave at 10:30 pm. Due to tsunami warnings, the roads were closed and our flight status was uncertain as to whether it would leave as scheduled. It was announced that it would now leave at 11:20 pm and the roads were now open since the tsunami had come and gone. We made a mad dash to the airport and checked in. Delays were announced at 12:30 pm, 1:30 am, 2:30 am and at 3:30 am it was canceled. Since this was a flight due to natural (tsunami) causes, there was no compensation. We were told to return at 1:00 pm the next day and our baggage would be kept on the plane since the same plane was going to leave at 1:00 pm. We had to return to our hotel for the rest of the night. The same plane did not leave at 1:00 pm and our baggage was gone! All in all, it was a miserable performance by UA. Information was hard to obtain and no one knew what was going on and what was going to happen. Hundreds of passengers slept on the floor, chairs, etc. No food and no water was made available to the passengers. It was a situation where UA could care less what was going on. As a one million mile flyer, I had not experienced anything like this before and it was hugely disappointing!

Ok. Get a different kosher caterer. The food was odd.

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

The business class seats are dated and uncomfortable. The space is bare minimum and there is absolutely no privacy. For $4K, this is not what I expect.

The flight crew was rude. We were in first class and no one even offered water until an hour after we were in the air. Horrible experience

The stewardess hit me with the food kart twice on the head and didn't say I'm sorry once. The same stewardess gave me a warm Apple Juice with No ice. The Flight was delayed for Departure 6 times, starting from 2:36pm, finally taking off 7:50pm. I was late picking up my child from the sitter by 3 hours.

Did not get the seat I selected and paid for.

There is no room, no gluten free options, or any free internet/entertainment. You have to bring your own tablet or smartphone because there are no screens.

American Airlines is a mediocre airlines: they do not maintain the highest standard of cleanliness in the cabins, and the food is not well thought out. Service is not at top of mind compared to other international airlines such as Singapore Airlines, JAL or others.

Boarding gate in Honolulu was staffed with a great clerk with a soothing voice despite the flight delay of over an hour. Flight attendants in the plane were all grumpy, not pleasant looking bunch. Their sour attitude showed throughout the flight. Inly able to get a select few movies started. Most of the movie links in the “free entertainment” did not work.

Boarding was very efficient. Everyone got on board and we got on our way very quickly. It was frustrating that the entertainment app was not functioning properly. I was not able to activate some of the movies offered. The crew on this flight appears to be pretty grumpy. They had no smile on their faces. I felt like they were doing us a favor for being there.

Loved the staff, boarding and drink options! Wish the comfort of the seat could have been better nevertheless

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