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$133+ Cheap flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles (CLE - LAX)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in January or August, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cleveland (CLE) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$191
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$133
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$419 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
From Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Los Angeles.

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jue. 9/112:49 pmCLE - LAX
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/185:36 pmLAX - CLE
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$191
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mar. 9/92:30 pmCLE - LAX
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/167:45 amLAX - CLE
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$197
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dom. 9/72:49 pmCLE - LAX
1 stop9h 04mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 9/137:00 amLAX - CLE
1 stop27h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$203
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mié. 8/203:15 pmCLE - LAX
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
sáb. 8/236:38 amLAX - CLE
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$226
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mié. 10/16:54 pmCLE - LAX
1 stop17h 53mAlaska Airlines
lun. 10/66:10 pmLAX - CLE
1 stop21h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$250

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ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

jue. 9/11

2:49 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Los Angeles

jue. 9/18

5:36 pm-5:40 am

1 stop9h 04m

$191

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

mar. 9/9

2:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/16

7:45 am-6:32 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$197

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

sáb. 8/23

3:15 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Los Angeles

mié. 8/27

6:45 am-4:42 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$216

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

dom. 10/5

2:49 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Los Angeles

jue. 10/16

7:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$217

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

mié. 10/1

6:54 pm-9:47 am

1 stop17h 53m

Los Angeles

lun. 10/6

6:10 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop21h 53m

$250

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

lun. 10/20

8:09 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 16m

$137

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

jue. 8/28

3:00 pm-8:17 am

2 stops20h 17m

$138

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

mar. 9/16

1:51 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$155

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

dom. 9/28

7:00 am-12:55 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$160

ClevelandLos Angeles

CLE - LAX

CLELAX

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

vie. 9/26

6:54 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops28h 37m

$171

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United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


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Airports
CLE

Consider using the GateWaiter mobile ordering service to have food delivered to your gate, saving time before your flight.

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LAX

Look for green signs directing you to free shuttles to the LAX-it station for rideshare pickups, avoiding terminal congestion.

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Best time to book a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Cleveland to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CLE to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Cleveland to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.

When flying from Cleveland to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cleveland to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cleveland to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Cleveland to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Cleveland to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.

The most flights from CLE to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Cleveland to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $145.

What’s the fastest layover option from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 49m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated julio 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cleveland to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

    To fly from Cleveland to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from Hopkins Intl (CLE) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from Cleveland Hopkins Intl take 4h 56m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 10 outbound flights from Hopkins Intl to Los Angeles offered by 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Cleveland to Los Angeles flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cleveland to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($197), Spirit Airlines ($217), and Frontier ($226) offers the cheapest pricing from Cleveland to Los Angeles. American Airlines is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cleveland to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $133 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $134 and Alaska Airlines from $150 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles consider choosing Air China (98%), Asiana Airlines (97%) or Virgin Australia (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $741 for a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $216 while the most popular route, (Cleveland Hopkins Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $213.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Las Vegas?

    Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Stratosphere Tower are the most popular attractions in Las Vegas if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Stratosphere Tower can be visited by traveling about 5.9 mi, 2.6 mi, and 4.3 mi respectively from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Those on a layover in Las Vegas in need of a rental car can book one at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for about $62.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    Denver travelers tend to visit Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre more than any other notable places. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Denver Intl for about $64 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Chicago?

    Most Chicago visitors opt to spend their time at Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park. Magnificent Mile, River North and Grant Park are located about 15.5 mi, 15.0 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Chicago looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $69 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Cleveland to Los Angeles flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cleveland to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cleveland to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cleveland to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Cleveland to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$129Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$302Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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