Austin to Los Angeles flights
Direct and connecting flights from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Austin to Los Angeles take?
Flight time from Austin (AUS) 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 Austin to Los Angeles?
Airline availability for AUS 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 Austin to Los Angeles?
Direct (nonstop) availability on AUS 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.
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
- SkyWest5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- Southwest Airlines5-yr attributed events: 40Last 90 days: none recorded
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Southwest Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning AUS → LAX
AUS to LAX is a medium-haul route of 1,995 km (1,240 mi). See the return LAX → AUS route.
Alternative airports near Austin: San Antonio (RND) — 95 km, Killeen (GRK) — 98 km, Fort Hood (HLR) — 105 km.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.