Miami to Los Angeles flights – the most comfortable way to fly

2 airlines fly nonstop between Miami and Los Angeles, about 14 flights a week. The flight takes 5h 15m and covers 3,763 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on American Airlines's Boeing 737 MAX 8. There's no lie-flat business class on this route.

Flight time5h 15m
Distance3,763 km
Nonstop flights / week14

Most comfortable economy

American Airlines · Boeing 737 MAX 8
Economy · 3-3
4.5Okay
  • 31″ legroom
  • 17.2″ wide seat
  • Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power

Most comfortable business

Delta · Boeing 737-800
Recliner (domestic first) · 2-2
7.4Very comfortable
  • 38″ legroom
  • 21.0″ wide seat
  • No middle seats
  • Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
  • Wi-Fi

Nonstop flights from Miami to Los Angeles

FlightDepartsDurationAircraftEconomyBusinessDays
Delta DL4240
MIA → LAX
10:00 5h 15m 737-800
Narrow-body
3.8Cramped 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
American Airlines AA6618
MIA → LAX
10:20 5h 15m 737 MAX 8
Narrow-body
4.5Okay 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Miami to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from Miami to Los Angeles takes about 5 h 15 min and covers 3,763 km.

Which airlines fly nonstop from Miami to Los Angeles?

American Airlines and Delta fly nonstop, with about 14 flights a week.

What is the most comfortable economy seat from Miami to Los Angeles?

American Airlines on the Boeing 737 MAX 8: 3-3 layout, 31″ legroom and 17.2″ wide seats – comfort score 4.5/10 (okay).

Is there lie-flat business class from Miami to Los Angeles?

No – business class on this route is recliner (domestic first) (2-2). The best is Delta on the Boeing 737-800, comfort score 7.4/10.

Can I fly with my dog from Miami to Los Angeles?

Yes – American Airlines and Delta take small dogs in the cabin (usually up to 9 kg including the bag).

Is business class worth it from Miami to Los Angeles?

Business is a wide recliner with more legroom for about 189% more than economy on Delta – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 2.4/10 (not worth it).

Which aircraft fly from Miami to Los Angeles?

Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737 MAX 8.

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