Anchorage to Los Angeles flights
Direct and connecting flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Anchorage to Los Angeles take?
Flight time from Anchorage (ANC) to Los Angeles (LAX) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Anchorage to Los Angeles?
Airline availability for ANC to LAX changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Anchorage to Los Angeles?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ANC to LAX varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Alaska Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
- Cathay Pacific5-yr attributed events: 4Last 90 days: none recorded
- CKS5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Cathay Pacific | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| CKS | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning ANC → LAX
ANC to LAX is a medium-haul route of 3,771 km (2,343 mi). See the return LAX → ANC route.
Alternative airports near Anchorage: Anchorage (MRI) — 9 km, Anchorage (EDF) — 13 km, Fort Richardson (FRN) — 21 km.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.