Travelling from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is seven hours behind Aberdeen, where Aberdeen International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your ABZ to Los Angeles flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from ABZ to Los Angeles, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
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Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Aberdeen, ABZ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ABZ:
Of all flights leaving Aberdeen International Airport, 68.69% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Los Angeles
R 6,623 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 13,412. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from ABZ to Los Angeles, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across every month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your flight from ABZ to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your ABZ to Los Angeles flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from VNY ahead of time. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Plan your trip to Los Angeles in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book an Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABZ to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are top sights which should be on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are highlights.
