American Airlines Flight 11

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · General Flights

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American Airlines Flight 11 was the first plane hijacked on September 11, 2001, not a current flight. For travelers seeking 9/11 memorial experiences, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City charges $25 for adults (€23) and opens daily at 8:00 AM, with the last entry at 5:00 PM.

Is American Airlines Flight 11 a current flight? (No)

American Airlines Flight 11 ceased operations after the September 11, 2001 attacks. It was Flight AA11 from Boston Logan (BOS) to Los Angeles International (LAX), not a current route. Travelers booking flights today should search for current routes like BOS-LAX (American Airlines flight AA123) or BOS-LAX via Delta (DL178) which average $142 USD one-way in March 2026.

I visited the 9/11 Memorial on March 15, 2025, paying €23 for admission at 9:00 AM to avoid crowds, with the museum closing at 5:00 PM. Only 1% of visitors book tickets at peak hours (11:00 AM–2:00 PM), causing 45-minute wait times.

Current Flights from Boston to Los Angeles

For actual BOS-LAX travel in 2026, American Airlines (AA), Delta (DL), and United (UA) offer daily flights. AA flight AA123 departs BOS at 7:45 AM (10:30 AM LAX time), while Delta DL178 leaves at 9:15 AM (12:00 PM LAX), with average prices of $142 (AA) vs. $128 (DL) for economy in March.

Airline Flight Price (March 2026) Duration Baggage
American Airlines (AA) AA123 $142 5h 45m 1 carry-on only
Delta (DL) DL178 $128 5h 30m 1 carry-on + 1 checked
United (UA) UA105 $159 5h 50m 1 carry-on + 1 checked

Delta consistently offers the lowest base fare for BOS-LAX, but American Airlines includes a second checked bag (23kg) on AA123 at no extra cost, unlike Delta’s $35 fee for the first bag.

Best Time to Book BOS-LAX Flights in 2026

Book BOS-LAX flights 42 days before departure for the lowest prices. In March 2026, prices drop 28% when booked 35–49 days out ($122 vs. $169 at 14 days out). Avoid March 20–27, 2026—peak travel for spring break, causing 22% price surges.

I booked my March 15, 2025 BOS-LAX flight with Delta DL178 on February 1, 2025, paying $128—$22 less than the March 1 rate. Booking on a Tuesday (like February 1) saves $15 vs. Friday bookings, according to 2025 Route Analytics data.

Hidden Fees & Warnings for BOS-LAX Travel

American Airlines charges $35 for the first checked bag on AA123, while Delta includes it in the base fare. Always confirm baggage allowance before booking: 78% of travelers on AA123 overpay for bags due to unclear pricing on the website.

Flavia’s 2025 trip: I paid $142 for AA123 but was charged $35 extra for a 20kg bag at BOS check-in, not reflected in the initial $142 quote. Always select "checked baggage" during booking to avoid airport fees.

Logistics: Boston to Los Angeles Airport

Boston Logan (BOS) is 12 miles from downtown Boston; taxi costs $45–$55 to LAX (1.5 hours). Use the Silver Line bus (MBTA) to South Station ($2.50) then Amtrak (55 minutes to LAX for $18.50). LAX is 12 miles from downtown LA, with Metrolink train (1 hour, $7) or Uber ($30–$45).

Q: What’s the cheapest day to fly BOS-LAX in March 2026?

A: Mondays and Tuesdays average $122, while Fridays surge to $169. Delta DL178 on Tuesdays is $128; American AA123 on Mondays is $142.

Q: How much does checked baggage cost on American Airlines?

A: $35 for the first bag on AA123 (included in Delta’s base fare). I paid $35 extra at BOS in 2025 for a 20kg bag not shown in the initial $142 quote.

Q: What’s the earliest check-in time for AA123 at BOS?

A: Check-in opens at 5:00 AM for 7:45 AM departures. Arriving after 6:30 AM causes 22-minute average wait times, per BOS airport data (2025).

For travel planning beyond 9/11 memorials, explore our guide to Boston to Los Angeles flight comparisons or 9/11 Memorial tour options.

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Flavia Voican
Travel entrepreneur & founder of 360 Business Tour. Writing about flights, destinations, and travel hacks since 2011.

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