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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Moscow? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Alternative Los Angeles to Moscow routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles to Moscow? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Moscow: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Moscow: Moscow Sheremetyevo, Moscow Vnukovo, Moscow Zhukovsky, and Moscow Domodedovo.
There are no flights flying from Los Angeles to Moscow, as of December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles and Moscow. Most routes have one or more stops.
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We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Moscow is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around -9°C. July is typically the warmest month in Moscow, when it usually averages around 23°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -14°C. The rainiest month is June.

Flying from Los Angeles to Moscow: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your vacation by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Moscow. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.

  • Moscow has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Disembark at Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).

  • Moscow's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Moscow ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Los Angeles to Moscow flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Moscow

  • To find cheap Los Angeles to Moscow flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Los Angeles to Moscow throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

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  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Los Angeles to Moscow flights.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Whether you're eager to discover a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a stop you can make on your Los Angeles to Moscow flight.

  • The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Moscow? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:

  • Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination without delay.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Arriving in Moscow

Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)

  • Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) is approximately 27 kilometers from central Moscow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Moscow, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SVO:

Best time to go to Moscow

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Moscow. To skip the crowds, go to Moscow in February.

  • The warmest month in Moscow is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to Moscow ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Moscow in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.

Explore more of Russia

  • Nizhniy Novgorod is just one of the many places in Russia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Moscow. Around 386 kilometers to the east, top sights here include Monument to cosmonaut Komarov, A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in Russia, consider Voronezh, roughly 467 kilometers south of Moscow. Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev are key highlights.

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