Find Award Flights to Los Angeles

Flying to Los Angeles on Points & Miles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the largest airport on the West Coast and one of the busiest in the world, handling over 88 million passengers annually. LAX serves as a major hub for Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and United Airlines, with extensive nonstop service to destinations across Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Pacific.

With three major airline hubs, strong low-cost carrier presence, and routes from virtually every international carrier, LAX offers outstanding award availability across all cabin classes through most major loyalty programs.

Best Loyalty Programs for Flights to Los Angeles

• Delta SkyMiles operates a major hub at LAX with nonstop service to over 80 destinations, including long-haul routes to Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Delta One suites are available on many international routes from LAX. SkyMiles uses dynamic pricing, so rates can vary significantly by date.
• American AAdvantage maintains a significant hub at LAX with strong domestic and international service, including flagship routes to London (LHR), Tokyo (NRT/HND), Sydney (SYD), and across Latin America. AAdvantage also provides access to oneworld partners like Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, and Qantas for transpacific travel.
• United MileagePlus operates a hub at LAX with extensive service across the Pacific and to Star Alliance partner destinations. United Polaris business class is available on most long-haul routes. Star Alliance partners like ANA and Singapore Airlines add premium transpacific options.
• Air France-KLM Flying Blue prices SkyTeam partner awards competitively on Delta flights from LAX. Monthly Promo Rewards can discount awards by up to 50%, making it a strong alternative to SkyMiles for transatlantic and transpacific travel.
• Virgin Atlantic Flying Club allows redemptions on Delta flights from LAX, often at lower rates than SkyMiles. This is particularly valuable for business class on transatlantic and domestic transcontinental routes.
• Atmos Rewards offers strong value at LAX, with redemptions available on Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and a wide range of international partners including Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, and Finnair.

Award Availability Tips for Los Angeles

LAX's position as a multi-hub airport creates excellent award flexibility. Here's how to make the most of it:

• Compare all three hub carriers. Delta, American, and United all operate hubs at LAX, so the same route may be available through multiple programs at different prices. Use AwardFares to compare availability across programs simultaneously.
• Book early for transpacific premium cabins. Business and first class awards from LAX to Asia are among the most competitive globally. Search 10–11 months ahead for the best availability on routes to Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Sydney.
• Use partner programs for better value. The same flights can often be booked cheaper through partner programs: Flying Blue or Virgin Atlantic for Delta flights, Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards for American and partner flights, and Aeroplan or LifeMiles for United flights.
• Target shoulder seasons. Late January through March and September through November offer the best availability and lowest dynamic pricing on most routes.
• Consider JetBlue Mint. JetBlue operates Mint business class between LAX and JFK/BOS, offering a competitive lie-flat product that's often easier to book on points than legacy carrier business class.

FIFA World Cup 2026 in Los Angeles

SoFi Stadium in Inglewood will host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Group Stage, Round of 32, Round of 16, Quarterfinal, and Semifinal games. As one of the premier venues, SoFi Stadium will see significant demand throughout the tournament.

Expect award availability to tighten dramatically around match dates in June and July 2026, particularly on transpacific and Latin American routes. LAX's position as a multi-hub airport gives travelers more options than most host cities, but early booking is essential.

Setting up alerts on AwardFares well in advance is the best strategy for securing seats. For international fans, routing through Tokyo (NRT/HND) via ANA or JAL, London (LHR) via Virgin Atlantic or British Airways, or Mexico City (MEX) via Aeroméxico all offer strong award options connecting to LAX.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best loyalty program for flights to Los Angeles?

With three airline hubs at LAX, the best program depends on your route. Delta SkyMiles and American AAdvantage offer the most nonstop options. For better value, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club and Air France-KLM Flying Blue often undercut SkyMiles, while Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards provides strong partner award options on oneworld carriers.

How many miles do I need to fly to Los Angeles?

Domestic economy awards to LAX typically start at 10,000–25,000 miles one-way. Transcontinental business class costs 25,000–60,000 miles. Transpacific business class ranges from 60,000 miles (partner programs) to 150,000+ miles (dynamic pricing at peak). Transatlantic business class typically costs 50,000–90,000 miles.

When should I book award flights to Los Angeles?

Book 2–3 months ahead for domestic economy and 10–11 months ahead for transpacific business class. Premium cabin award seats from LAX to Asia are released up to 330–337 days before departure and are highly competitive.

Which airports serve Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is primarily served by Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), located approximately 18 miles southwest of downtown. LAX has nine terminals and is accessible via the LAX/Metro Transit Center connected to the Metro rail system.