Major U.S. carriers that commonly serve Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) include United, American, Delta, Alaska and Southwest; however, not all operate nonstop service to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO). United often provides convenient connections via Denver (DEN), American via Phoenix (PHX) or Dallas hubs, and Alaska/Delta may partner on regional routings—Southwest sometimes offers competitive fares through other western airports. When comparing airlines for November travel, review baggage fees for checked skis and winter sports equipment, loyalty program perks for refundable or flexible fares, and the carrier’s on-time performance during winter months. If price is your priority, low-cost carriers or combined itineraries via alternative airports can be cheaper, but for reliability during November weather, choose a carrier with robust rebooking policies and multiple daily flights through major hubs.