Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) from Los Angeles, 16 – 18 Oct: £1,113 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Fare is $459 per person, $127 below the typical fare on this route
- Wingate by Wyndham Moab: 8.8 from 1,595 reviews, breakfast, free cancellation
- Highs of 64–70°F and little rain for Delicate Arch at sunset
The catch: It's one stop into Grand Junction, not Moab itself, so you still have a drive, and resort fees and a checked bag aren't in the total.
Worth it if you want two full days of trails and red-rock overlooks; skip it if you only fly nonstop or want a slow weekend.
Worth it if a stop doesn't bother you: $1,476 for two, all in, which is the flights at $918 plus 2 nights at Wingate by Wyndham Moab at $558, taxes and fees included. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money aren't in that total. You leave Friday, Oct 16 and come back Sunday, Oct 18, 2026, on American (operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle) from LAX to Grand Junction, with one stop.
The total, before you go
£1,113 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £692 |
| Wingate by Wyndham Moab, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £421 |
| The total, before you go | £1,113 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
£96 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £30 each way per bag on American, £121 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£346 per person, return
£692 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle · 1 stop · 4h 9m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 6:10 AM – Fri, Oct 16, 11:19 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | £346 | 1 stop | 4h 9m |
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | £346 | 1 stop | 3h 53m |
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | £346 | 1 stop | 3h 26m |
Prices checked 13 Oct 2026, 17:34 GMT-7. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $459 per person, which is $127 below the typical fare on this route. That typical fare is $586, the median of 9 earlier checks, and the fares we saw ran from $459 to $659 per person. For two people the whole trip comes to $1,476 with a hotel that includes breakfast and free cancellation. The forecast for the weekend is good hiking weather: Friday is clear with a high of 64°F, and Saturday and Sunday are overcast with highs of 67°F and 70°F and a 7% chance of rain. October is peak season in Moab, so you won't be alone at the arches. It's still a short trip from LAX with a 1-hour time change, and it gives you two days for Arches, Canyonlands and the Colorado River. Prices are what we found when we checked and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a desert nature getaway built around two national parks: sunrise and sunset hikes, scenic drives, slickrock and river time. It suits couples or friends who like an early alarm and a full day outside, then a brewery on Main Street at night. The pace is active. You'll get the most out of it if you're happy to hike, drive and get dusty. Skip it if you want a pool weekend.
Weather in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands), 16 – 18 Oct
Highs 64–70°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 16 Oct | 64 °F | 47 °F | 0% |
| Sat 17 Oct | 67 °F | 51 °F | 7% |
| Sun 18 Oct | 70 °F | 55 °F | 7% |
Where to stay in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
We picked three hotels in Moab. Wingate by Wyndham Moab is the best value: $558 for the stay ($279 a night), an 8.8 from 1,595 reviews, breakfast included and free cancellation. This is the hotel in the $1,476 total. Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn is the top-rated pick, with a 9.0 from 647 reviews, for $719 ($360 a night), also with breakfast and free cancellation. voco Moab by IHG is listed as the budget pick at $560 ($280 a night) and is the only 4-star of the three, with an 8.8 from 220 reviews. It's room only and doesn't offer free cancellation. As for areas, Downtown Moab puts outfitters and breweries within walking distance. North Moab / Highway 191 is closest to the Arches entrance.
Wingate by Wyndham Moab
£421 for 2 nights, two guests · £210 a night
See roomsBest Western Plus Canyonlands Inn
£542 for 2 nights, two guests · £271 a night
See roomsvoco Moab by IHG
£422 for 2 nights, two guests · £211 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) for these dates
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Where in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
- Downtown Moab: Main Street motels, outfitters and breweries within walking distance.
- North Moab / Highway 191: Newer hotels closest to the Arches entrance.
- Spanish Valley: Resorts and glamping south of town with quiet desert views.
- Colorado Riverway (Highway 128): Riverside lodges like Red Cliffs and Sorrel River.
What to do in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
- Hike to Delicate Arch for sunset on Friday, the clear day at 64°F
- Watch sunrise through Mesa Arch in Canyonlands
- Drive the Shafer Trail or take a Hells Revenge 4x4 tour
- Mountain-bike the Slickrock Trail
- Raft the Colorado River through Fisher Towers
- See the Island in the Sky overlooks at Dead Horse Point
Tours and tickets in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Los Angeles | Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), John Wayne Orange County (SNA), Ontario International (ONT), Long Beach (LGB) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) | Grand Junction Regional (GJT), Canyonlands Regional (Moab) (CNY), Salt Lake City International (SLC) |
| Flight time | 4h 9m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 576 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 2 nights in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £692 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Wingate by Wyndham Moab) | £421 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £392 |
| Total for two | £1,505 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Los Angeles to Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £346 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £323 (14 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £442 |
| Price checks | 9 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Moab (Arches & Canyonlands).
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Peak season; Arches requires timed-entry tickets in busy months
- No passport needed. You pay in US dollars, and Moab is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles.
- October is peak season, and Arches requires timed-entry tickets in busy months.
- The 6:10 AM flight lands in Grand Junction at 11:19 AM, 4h 9m with one stop.
- The total covers flights and the hotel, but not resort fees, a checked bag or spending money.
- Wingate by Wyndham Moab and Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn offer free cancellation; voco Moab by IHG doesn't.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Worth it if a stop is fine with you. The fare is $127 per person below the typical fare on this route, and the weather looks good with highs of 64–70°F. The hotel scores 8.8 and includes breakfast. The downside is one stop into Grand Junction, plus the drive to Moab.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,476 all in, with taxes and fees included. That's $918 for two round-trip fares at $459 per person, plus $558 for 2 nights at Wingate by Wyndham Moab. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money are extra. Prices are what we found when we checked.
What are the flight times?
All three American Eagle options cost $459 per person with one stop. They leave LAX at 6:10 AM (landing 11:19 AM), 1:10 PM (landing 6:03 PM) or 4:55 PM (landing 9:21 PM). The early flight gives you Friday afternoon in the parks.
What is the weather like?
Friday, Oct 16 is clear, from 47°F to 64°F, with no rain expected. Saturday is overcast, from 51°F to 67°F. Sunday is overcast, from 55°F to 70°F. Both weekend days show a 7% chance of rain. Pack layers for cool mornings at Mesa Arch.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Los Angeles to Utah, paid in US dollars, and Moab is just 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for the highlights if you start early: Delicate Arch at sunset on Friday, then Mesa Arch at sunrise and the Dead Horse Point overlooks on Saturday. Remember that October is peak season, and Arches requires timed-entry tickets in busy months.
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