$156 Cheap American Airlines flights Raleigh (RDU) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Make use of the “Price (lowest to highest)” filter on Expedia to find cheap American Airlines round-trip flights from $287 from RDU to LAX. Affordable one-way options from $156 are available too.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

January is one of the least expensive months to jet away to Los Angeles with American Airlines. You could also find excellent prices on one-way and round-trip fares in February.

For cheap American Airlines fares from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), start searching one to three months before your intended departure. Securing domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance could save you 25% compared to booking just 6 to 12 days ahead. The day you book can also impact the overall price. Sunday is usually the cheapest, while Monday is often the most expensive for domestic flights. You can save 6% on average by booking on a Sunday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC’s global airline sales database.

Skip the layovers and fly from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on one of American Airlines’s 4 weekly direct flights. Use our “Nonstop” and “Airline” filters to find the American Airlines flight that’ll arrive at LAX at a time that suits you.

From takeoff till touchdown, a direct American Airlines flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) takes around 5h 55m.

The earliest flight from RDU to LAX with American Airlines leaves at 6:03PM UTC-5. You’ll touch down at 8:58PM UTC-8. The final American Airlines flight of the day takes off at 6:03PM UTC-5 and arrives at 8:58PM UTC-8. With around 20% fewer cancellations for early and mid-morning flights, starting your travel day early is generally the wisest option.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.

Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the main Los Angeles gateway for American Airlines flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).

Chances are you’ll board a Boeing 737-800 for your American Airlines flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). However, you may end up on a different aircraft if there’s an operational need.

Typically, you can modify or cancel your flight, although additional charges may apply if you booked over 24 hours ago. Need to keep your options open? Make use of our “No cancel fee” or “Changes included” filter to find flights that won’t charge you extra if you have to adjust your plans. To make changes, visit “Trips,” select your flight and click on “Manage Booking” for more information.