Ecuador

$169+ Cheap flights from California to Ecuador

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — UIO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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Cheap flight deals from California to Ecuador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Ecuador flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$389
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$169
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$573
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From California to Ecuador
One-way flight from California to Ecuador
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($133 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Ecuador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Ecuador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/141:50 pmLAX - GYE
2 stops16h 45mAvianca
Thu 5/298:50 amGYE - LAX
2 stops15h 40mAvianca
Deal found 3/29$389
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/51:50 pmLAX - UIO
1 stop10h 55mAvianca
Fri 5/91:40 amUIO - LAX
1 stop22h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/30$427
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/289:55 pmLAX - UIO
1 stop20h 05mDelta
Mon 5/1911:20 pmUIO - LAX
1 stop13h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/31$430
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/281:50 pmLAX - GYE
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/56:30 pmGYE - LAX
2 stops43h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$440
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/109:45 pmLAX - UIO
1 stop20h 15mLATAM Airlines
Wed 5/2811:20 pmUIO - LAX
1 stop14h 32mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/30$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2712:50 amLAX - UIO
1 stop20h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/412:35 amUIO - LAX
1 stop32h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$460
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/512:56 amLAX - GYE
2 stops20h 41mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/912:17 pmGYE - LAX
2 stops13h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$485
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3112:59 amLAX - UIO
2 stops18h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/86:00 amUIO - LAX
2 stops13h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$490
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Sun 5/1112:30 amLAX - UIO
3 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/192:30 amUIO - LAX
3 stops45h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$517
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Tue 5/2011:25 pmONT - GYE
2 stops15h 55mAvianca
Sat 5/319:45 amGYE - ONT
2 stops14h 10mAvianca
Deal found 3/31$519
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/132:10 amLAX - UIO
1 stop16h 27mCopa Airlines
Wed 5/212:29 pmUIO - LAX
1 stop11h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/29$522
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Mon 5/192:20 pmSFO - GYE
1 stop9h 45mAvianca
Sun 6/86:30 pmGYE - SFO
2 stops20h 05mAvianca
Deal found 3/31$524

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Ecuador that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Ecuador that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Ecuador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesGuayaquil

LAX - GYE

LAXGYE

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

1:50 pm-8:35 am

2 stops16h 45m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 5/29

8:50 am-10:30 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$389

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

1:50 pm-2:45 am

1 stop10h 55m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Fri 5/9

1:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$427

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

9:55 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Mon 5/19

11:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop13h 30m

$430

Los AngelesGuayaquil

LAX - GYE

LAXGYE

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

1:50 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 15m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 5/5

6:30 pm-11:58 am

2 stops43h 28m

$440

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

9:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 5/28

11:20 pm-11:52 am

1 stop14h 32m

$443

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

12:50 am-11:25 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 5/4

12:35 am-6:55 am

1 stop32h 20m

$460

Los AngelesGuayaquil

LAX - GYE

LAXGYE

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

12:56 am-11:37 pm

2 stops20h 41m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Fri 5/9

12:17 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops13h 26m

$485

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

12:30 am-11:30 pm

3 stops21h 00m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Mon 5/19

2:30 am-10:01 pm

3 stops45h 31m

$517

OntarioGuayaquil

ONT - GYE

ONTGYE

Ontario

Tue 5/20

11:25 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sat 5/31

9:45 am-9:55 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$519

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

2:10 am-8:37 pm

1 stop16h 27m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 5/21

2:29 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$522

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Best time to book a flight from California to Ecuador

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Ecuador

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Ecuador?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Ecuador (average of $463). Flying from California to Ecuador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 CA to EC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Ecuador. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Ecuador as you normally would.

Rainfall in Ecuador by month

Plan your trip to Ecuador by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ecuador ranges from 0.0 - 11.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Ecuador when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Ecuador by month

Plan your trip to Ecuador by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ecuador, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Ecuador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ecuador. 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 Ecuador. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Ecuador, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Ecuador. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Ecuador one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $169. Users have also found prices from $194 and $195 on JetBlue and American Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Ecuador that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Ecuador flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Ecuador?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Ecuador?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Ecuador 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 California to Ecuador?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Ecuador (average of $463). Flying from California to Ecuador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from California to Ecuador

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Ecuador. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$181Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$213Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$238Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$363Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$407Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$417Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$465Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$600Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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